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Ty Masterson, the Republican candidate for Kansas governor, accused Democratic rival Cindy Holscher of using witchcraft to win the race.
Updated Oct 16, 2026, 2:28 PM ET
Ty Masterson, a Republican who has served as president of the Kansas Senate since 2021, is his party's nominee in the 2026 election for governor of Kansas.
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Kansas governor 2026: A guide to the candidates
Political experience: Cindy Holscher, an Overland Park Democrat, has served in the state Senate since 2021.
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Records shed light on Ty Masterson’s GoCreate director role
The Kansas Senate President, Ty Masterson, has faced scrutiny over his role as GoCreate director at Wichita State University (WSU) as he runs for governor.
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Will Kansas senator Jerry Moran attend Trump’s Wichita rally?
The article discusses Kansas political figures ahead of a Trump rally in Wichita, focusing on how different Republicans, including Senate candidate Roger Marshall, Senate President Ty Masterson, and Senator Jerry Moran,…
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Kansas Senate race tight before Trump’s Wichita visit
The Kansas Senate race in which Derek Schmidt and others are involved is tight, with polling showing varying leads for candidates, and some polls suggesting Hamilton leads by 1–3% while others show a tie (including a…
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Democrats are defending five governorships in states Trump won in 2024, Republicans are defending two in states Harris won
Alaska: Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins (D), David Bronson (R), Treg Taylor (R), and Bernadette Wilson (R) advanced to the general election from the top-four primary). Incumbent Gov. Mike Dunleavy (R) is term-limited.
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GOP gubernatorial candidate touts Dem support as KS races tighten
Ty Masterson, the Kansas Republican gubernatorial nominee, released an ad titled Democrats for Ty Masterson, highlighting votes from Democrats and union members supporting his campaign against Democrat state Sen.
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Republicans Held On to the Great Plains for Years. Now They're Nervous. | Nyt-feed
The article discusses Republicans’ historical strength on the Great Plains and why current dynamics are causing Nervousness, highlighting Kansas where term-limited Governor Sarah?
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Kansas Governor candidates on Medicaid and federal cuts
Focus: Kansas GOP candidates Ty Masterson and Jeffrey Klemp discuss Medicaid.
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- Born
- September 23, 1969
- Birthplace
- El Dorado, Kansas
- Education
- Kansas State University (attended two years)
Biography & Campaign Analysis
Background
Born in El Dorado, Kansas, on September 23, 1969, Ty Masterson spent two years at Kansas State University before leaving to settle in Wichita, where he worked as a contractor, developer, realtor and small business owner before entering public office.
Career
Masterson lives in Andover, Kansas, and was a member of the Andover City Council. He was a member of the Kansas House of Representatives from 2005 to 2008 and has represented the 16th district in the Kansas Senate since 2009, becoming president of the chamber in 2021. His Senate committee assignments include Utilities; Public Health and Welfare; and Federal and State Affairs.
2026 race
Masterson is the Republican nominee for governor of Kansas in 2026, with endorsements from President Donald Trump and former governor Jeff Colyer. The office is open because Laura Kelly, the Democratic incumbent, is barred by term limits from a third consecutive term. The party primaries took place on August 4, 2026, and Masterson faces Democratic nominee Cindy Holscher in the November 3 general election.