Pennsylvania Congressman Dan Meuser (R-9) tells abc27’s Dennis Owens that he’s seriously considering a run for Governor in 2026. Meuser would likely face incumbent Governor Josh Shapiro (D) who defeated State Senator Doug Mastriano in 2022 with 56% of the vote and a then-record 3 million votes.

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Congressman Dan Meuser (R-Luzerne) told FOX43 News on Wednesday that he is considering a run for Pennsylvania governor in 2026. Meuser, whose 9th Congressional District includes Lebanon County, is among the first to declare his interest in challenging Gov. Josh Shapiro in the 2026 election.

Rep. Dan Meuser (R-Pa.) signaled he is seriously considering challenging Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) for his post in 2026. “I’m considering it,” Meuser told The Hill on Thursday. “I mean if I get in it’s because I think I can win and that means beating the incumbent,