Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is re-entering the Wisconsin gubernatorial race after briefly dropping out and endorsing a former candidate.
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is re-entering the race for governor just days after he previously withdrew from the competition. Crowley had recently endorsed former candidate Sara Rodriguez, who exited the race on Friday following a campaign finance scandal. Governor Tony Evers endorsed David Crowley to succeed him, noting that the county executive is the best candidate to defeat Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany. While some candidates expressed concern that adding more names to the ballot might cause disarray, others suggested that Crowley’s return simply provides voters with more options. The Democratic primary is scheduled for August 11, where the winner will face Tom Tiffany in the general election. To help voters decide, WISN 12 will host a live debate featuring the primary candidates—Mandella Barnes, Joel Brennan, David Crowley, Francesca Hong, and Kelda Roys—on July 28. Political analysts suggest that while re-entering the race is a viable move, Crowley must navigate the practical realities of campaign funding and shifting political dynamics to succeed.