Donald Trump Endorses Stacy Garrity for Pennsylvania Governor in 2026 Race

Trump Backs Garrity for Pennsylvania's Top Office

Former President Donald Trump has officially thrown his support behind Republican State Treasurer Stacy Garrity in her campaign to become the next Governor of Pennsylvania. The endorsement, announced on Tuesday, January 28, 2026, positions Garrity as a formidable challenger to incumbent Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro in the upcoming 2026 gubernatorial election.

In a statement posted on Truth Social, Trump lauded Garrity as a 'true America First Patriot' and a 'fearless fighter' for the Commonwealth. He further stated, 'Stacy Garrity has my Complete and Total Endorsement! She will protect your Taxpayer Dollars, defend our Borders, and put Pennsylvania Families first.' Trump also outlined his expectations for Garrity, noting she would 'work tirelessly' to bolster the economy, reduce taxes and regulations, promote American energy independence and domestic goods, support veterans and the military, and ensure secure borders, law and order, fair elections, and the Second Amendment.

Garrity Welcomes Endorsement, Eyes 2026 Showdown

Stacy Garrity, who currently serves as the 78th Treasurer of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, expressed her honor at receiving the former President's endorsement via a post on X. She framed the upcoming contest as a direct challenge to the current administration, remarking, 'Josh Shapiro is President Trump's number one adversary.' Garrity also highlighted Trump's electoral successes in Pennsylvania in both 2016 and 2024.

The endorsement comes at a pivotal moment for the Pennsylvania Republican Party, effectively clearing the field for Garrity. Other potential high-profile Republican contenders, including State Senator Doug Mastriano and Congressman Dan Meuser, had previously announced they would not enter the gubernatorial race. Garrity had already secured the endorsement of the State Republican Committee in September 2025.

Profiles of the Candidates

Stacy Garrity: A Decorated Veteran and Experienced Treasurer

Stacy Garrity brings a distinguished background to her gubernatorial bid. She is a retired U.S. Army Reserve Colonel, having served three deployments, including during Operation Desert Storm in 1991, Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003, and Operation Enduring Freedom in 2008. Her military service earned her two Bronze Stars and a Legion of Merit. Garrity was first elected Pennsylvania Treasurer in November 2020 and re-elected in 2024, where she notably received nearly 3.5 million votes, marking the highest vote count for any statewide candidate in Pennsylvania history. Prior to her public service, she had a more than 30-year career as a businesswoman, including serving as Vice President at Global Tungsten & Powders Corp.

Josh Shapiro: Incumbent Governor with Strong Support

Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, assumed office as the 48th Governor of Pennsylvania in January 2023. Before his governorship, Shapiro served as the Attorney General of Pennsylvania from 2017 to 2023 and as a member of the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners from 2012 to 2017. He was elected Governor in 2022, defeating Republican Doug Mastriano. Shapiro enters the 2026 election cycle with a substantial campaign fund of $30 million and strong approval ratings. The 2026 Pennsylvania gubernatorial election is scheduled for November 3, 2026, with primary elections set for May 19, 2026.