Key facts
- Governor Maura Healey will face Republican Mike Minogue in the Massachusetts gubernatorial election.
- Mike Minogue defeated Brian Shortsleeve in the Republican primary.
- Healey ran unopposed in the Democratic primary.
Healey to face Minogue for Massachusetts governor's seat
IN SHORT
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is projected to face Republican Mike Minogue in her bid for a second term. Minogue defeated Brian Shortsleeve in the GOP primary, while Healey ran unopposed.
Key Numbers
30percentage point margin for Minogue over Shortsleeve
4percent of vote reported by DDHQ
Who's Involved
Maura Healey
Incumbent Governor of Massachusetts, projected Democratic nominee
Mike Minogue
Republican candidate for Massachusetts governor, projected GOP nominee
Brian Shortsleeve
Republican candidate for Massachusetts governor
Decision Desk HQ
Source for election projections
↳ Why This Matters
The outcome of the Massachusetts gubernatorial election will determine the leadership of the state for the next four years, with incumbent Maura Healey seeking re-election against Republican challenger Mike Minogue.