Gov. Tina Kotek said Thursday that she will seek reelection next year, a long expected announcement that sets the stage for a possible 2026 rematch between her and Republican lawmaker Christine Drazan.

Governor Tina Kotek announced Tuesday morning she will be running for reelection. The Democratic governor said she’s proud of the work she’s been able to accomplish with Oregonians but said there’s still more to do.

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek announced Thursday that she will run for re-election - read her statement below, and one from Republican Christine Drazan, one of several announced candidates, who Kotek defeated in the November 2022 general election.

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek announced Thursday morning that she will be seeking reelection in 2026. SALEM, Ore. — Oregon's Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek announced Thursday morning that she will be running for reelection in 2026.

Gov. Tina Kotek announced Thursday that she will seek another term in office, saying “Oregon values are on the line” as she pitched herself as the candidate to stand up to President Donald Trump.

Gov. Tina Kotek announced Dec. 4 she will seek a second term as Oregon governor in the November 2026 election.

Tina Kotek formally announced her 2026 reelection bid Thursday, leaving her less than a year to convince Oregonians she remains the best choice to lead the state. The news came after weeks of clear signals that Kotek,

The initiative needed roughly 78,000 signatures by Dec. 30 to qualify for next year’s election. Backers say they have more than 150,000.