Wyoming Republicans Select Eric Barlow as GOP Governor Nominee

Wyoming Republicans selected Eric Barlow, the former state House Speaker and current state Senator, as their nominee for governor on Tuesday. This decision positions Barlow as a likely successor to outgoing Governor Mark Gordon, who opted not to seek a third term. In the primary election, Barlow received the most votes, followed by Trump-endorsed State Superintendent Megan Degenfelder in second place and Marine Corps colonel Brent Bien in third. Barlow will compete against Democrat Kenneth Casner in the general election scheduled for November 3. Both Barlow and Degenfelder reported similar fundraising figures, with approximately $1.3 million and $1.2 million raised, respectively. The Republican Party currently holds all statewide elected offices in Wyoming, indicating a significant political advantage heading into the general election. This gubernatorial race is part of a larger set of open-seat contests in Wyoming, including positions for U.S. Senate, U.S. House, secretary of state, and superintendent of public instruction.