WyoFile is closely covering the 2026 election to help voters inform themselves before heading to the polls. This year, Wyoming voters will select candidates to fill two federal offices, the top five statewide offices, as well as 62 House seats and 17 Senate seats in the state Legislature. Check out WyoFile’s 2026 interactive election guide to learn about the candidates running to represent you and to read the latest campaign coverage. The 2026 general election will be held Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Cheyenne Roundup: Decision 2026 | Wyoming primary results
Freedom Caucus candidates took a beating in Wyoming’s primary election. But MAGA Republicans found success in congressional races.
One Wyoming lawmaker with criminal history loses reelection bid. Another ekes out a victory.
Cheyenne Rep. Gary Brown, who served time in prison for felony intimidation, lost his reelection bid. Meanwhile, Natrona County Rep. Bill Allemand, who pleaded guilty to drunk driving last month, defended his seat in the Wyoming House.
Wyoming’s primary election drew a 55% turnout among registered voters
Registered voter turnout was much less than in 2022 when Hageman challenged Cheney, but otherwise tracked primary elections going back to about 2016.
Nine of 10 Republican candidates tied to ‘Checkgate’ lost in Wyoming’s primary
The losses were part of a dramatic election upset that saw the Wyoming Freedom Caucus lose control of the House.
Wyoming’s 2026 primary election in photos
From Cheyenne to Gillette to Jackson, WyoFile reporters and photographers were at the polls to share scenes from the 2026 primary election.
In stunning upset, Wyoming Freedom Caucus loses most of its House seats, backslides in Senate
The caucus will likely have 10 reliable votes in the House come January, with two more possible lawmakers that often vote in line with the group. It had a consistent majority in the most recent legislative session.
Eric Barlow wins GOP nomination for Wyoming governor
The Campbell County rancher and state senator defeated candidates endorsed by Trump and the Wyoming Republican Party.
Gray edges out Friess and Christensen in tight, crowded race for US House
Wyoming’s current secretary of state walks away with a victory after a bruising, high-dollar, self-funded campaign and will likely soon be off to Washington.
Republican Hageman will face Democrat Byrd after landslide victories in Wyoming’s US Senate primary
Currently Wyoming’s lone representative in the U.S. House, Hageman won by a landslide in Tuesday’s primary election for U.S. Senate.
Short, Harshman and Meier take state executive seats in GOP primary
The successful primary candidates signal a shift away from the hard-line faction of the party, and none were endorsed by the state GOP.
Live results from Wyoming’s 2026 primary elections
The latest results for US House and Senate, the top five statewide offices, as well as 62 House seats and 17 Senate seats in the state Legislature.
Wyoming’s primary election live: Laramie voters use buddy system to cast ballots
Follow along as WyoFile brings you the latest news from Wyoming’s 2026 primary election.
‘True’ conservatives, public lands, data centers top issues for Wyoming primary election voters
Many will be happy when the deluge of election-related mailers and text messages is over, they told WyoFile on Tuesday.
Early voting in Wyoming’s primary election trails historic 2022 contest, clerks say
Some officials reported voters frustrated by election rule changes. Monday marks the last day for early voting before Wyoming’s primary, when voters will decide on a slew of high-profile open seats.
Virginia-based PAC spends $549,000 largely backing Wyoming Freedom Caucus candidates
Make Liberty Win has spent half a million dollars in Wyoming since May, outspending several campaigns of the candidates the group is backing.
What do the numbers tell us about the Wyoming governor’s race?
Newly filed campaign finance reports show where each candidate is finding support across Wyoming and the US.
The future is ‘bright.’ Wyoming gubernatorial candidates attend youth town hall.
Three candidates talked mental health, career opportunities and civic engagement with students during a Boys and Girls Clubs forum Thursday in Riverton.
Gift card giveaways, Freedom Caucus bashing, promoting public land: US House hopefuls strive to stand out
A crowded field of 9 GOP contenders are going to attention-grabbing lengths to pull ahead, but it remains unclear if anybody has broken free from the pack.
In secretary of state race, Republican candidate Short spends nearly 10 times more than competitors
Notable Wyoming Republican figures have backed Short with campaign donations.
Republican legislative candidates cashed ‘Checkgate’ checks, new campaign records show
For some candidates, the reports marked the first time they formally acknowledged receiving such a donation.
Cheyenne Roundup: Decision 2026 | Who will Wyoming send to DC?
Wyomingites will choose a new US House representative and a US senator from crowded fields. What sets them apart?
Trump uses the phone to boost Degenfelder’s bid for Wyoming governor
The president called on Wyoming voters to back his Republican pick for Wyoming’s next governor.
Hageman’s Senate campaign fund is 8 times larger than Mead’s
Wyoming’s lone congressperson amassed more than $2 million in receipts for the 2026 election cycle.
These legislative races could determine the balance of power in Cheyenne
After taking control of the House, the Wyoming Freedom Caucus has set its sights on the Senate.
Here’s where the Republican candidates for Wyoming governor diverge on policy
The top contenders differ on healthcare, data centers, abortion and library book bans.
Another Weston County clerk resigns — this time 3 weeks before an election
The clerk’s office in Newcastle has been under significant strain since a 2024 ballot miscount led to multiple investigations and criminal charges.
Cheyenne Roundup: Decision 2026 | Wyoming’s next top leaders
Who are the candidates running to lead Wyoming? And what exactly do they do?
Wyoming congressional candidates talk campaign finance, roadless rule, keeping Trump in check
Eight prospective U.S. House members pitched their candidacies to a Casper audience during a nearly two-hour-long forum Thursday night.
Rep. Allemand’s DUI case surfaces previous domestic battery, trespass charges
The GOP representative, who is running for reelection, faced misdemeanor domestic violence and harassment charges when he lived in Kansas in the 2000s.
Congressional candidate forum livestream
The forum features eight Republican candidates for Wyoming’s lone U.S. House seat.
Barlow, Degenfelder discuss energy, public lands and brain drain at gubernatorial candidate forum
The two candidates shared their respective visions Wednesday for helming the state.
Wyoming governor candidate forum livestream
The forum features two Republican candidates for Wyoming’s top office.
Wyoming GOP endorses candidates ahead of primary election, but says it won’t spend party funds backing endorsees
The endorsements are the latest development in a dispute over the party’s say in who is a Republican in Wyoming.
Wyoming Rep. Gary Brown served Colorado prison time for felony intimidation, records show
The lawmaker had his right to vote and hold public office legally restored before running for the Legislature.
GOP candidates for Wyoming’s education chief talk school choice, funding and testing load
Though Auer, Harshman and Kelly were aligned on most issues during Thursday’s forum, degrees of difference emerged in experience, philosophies and priorities for helming the department of education.
GOP candidates in Wyoming’s US House race self-fund campaigns to the tune of nearly $6 million
Nearly 85% of all campaign funds so far have come from personal loans, which dominate individual contributions for hopeful Republican congressmen who’ve filed with the FEC.
Superintendent of public instruction candidate forum livestream
The forum features three Republican candidates for Wyoming’s education chief.
Republican candidates for secretary of state share priorities for elections administration, business regulation
Four republicans are vying for the post, which is responsible for overseeing elections and registering and authorizing businesses in the state
Secretary of state, treasurer candidate forum livestream
The forum begins with three Republican candidates for secretary of state, followed by an interview with a candidate for treasurer.
Will voters split Wyoming’s Republican race for governor?
The primary election victor is expected to win in November and lead the state for the next 4 years.
Cheyenne Roundup: Decision 2026 | Legislative balance of power
Cheyenne Roundup is back for a special series previewing Wyoming’s primary election, starting with state legislative races.
Casper forum separates US Senate candidates on healthcare, executive power
Four Republicans and two Democrats also outline views on public lands and their potential sale.
US Senate candidate forum livestream
The forum begins with Democratic candidates James Byrd and Billy Benavidez, followed by Republican candidates Harriet Hageman, John Holtz, Sam Mead and Jimmy Skovgard.
US Senate candidate Benavidez shrugs off probation sentence
On the cusp of an election forum, Sheridan resident says voters can ‘figure it out’ when it comes to his breach-of-peace conviction.
Rep. Allemand responds to DUI arrest bodycam: It ‘shows that I was not drunk’
The Midwest Republican tells WyoFile the episode has not soured his reelection bid.
Former allies, divided by nuclear development, face off for Natrona County’s House District 58
Rep. Bill Allemand and Bar Nunn Mayor Peter Boyer clashed last year over a proposed nuclear microreactor manufacturing facility.
‘These are purity tests’: Driskill, Neiman talk platform allegiance in political heavyweight matchup
Former Senate president and current House speaker compete for Senate District 1 seat. Both are ranchers, pro-life and anti-green energy but represent different GOP factions.
Republican governor hopefuls tout conservative bona fides at Wyoming GOP debate
Barlow, Bien and Degenfelder answered questions about recent court rulings and how they would defend the state from federal government overreach.
Wyoming’s secretary of state race attracts newcomers and political veterans
Four Republicans, one Democrat vie for state’s second-highest executive post
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