These are the general-election candidates on Rhode Island's ballot for November 3, 2026, by office and party, following the state's primary. This guide covers statewide offices and U.S. House races. It is nonpartisan and factual. See the Rhode Island 2026 overview for the fuller picture.
Governor of Rhode Island
Dan McKee DemocraticIncumbent
Helena Foulkes Democratic
Aaron Guckian Republican
Elaine Pelino Republican
Ken Block Independent
Jay Gotra Independent
C. Reynolds Independent
U.S. Senate
Jack Reed DemocraticIncumbent
Connor Burbridge Democratic
Luis Muñoz Democratic
Ray McKay Republican
Michael Bahry Independent
Lieutenant Governor
Sabina Matos DemocraticIncumbent
Sue AnderBois Democratic
Cindy Coyne Democratic
Xay Khamsyvoravong Democratic
Ross McCurdy Democratic
John Loughlin II Republican
Mabel Martinez Independent
Secretary of State
Gregg Amore DemocraticIncumbent
Attorney General
Kim Ahern Democratic
Keith Hoffmann Democratic
Jason Knight Democratic
Joe Solomon Jr. Democratic
Alan Gordon Republican
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
General Treasurer
James Diossa DemocraticIncumbent
Micholas Credle Republican
U.S. House, District 1
Gabe Amo Jr. DemocraticIncumbent
Kellie Keenan Republican
Pedro DeSouza Independent
U.S. House, District 2
Seth Magaziner DemocraticIncumbent
Vic Mellor Sr. Republican
Stephen Skoly Republican
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Also on the Rhode Island ballot
Beyond the statewide and congressional races above, Rhode Island voters also decide state legislative races and county and municipal offices, which appear on local ballots, along with any statewide ballot measures.
How to vote in Rhode Island
The general election is November 3, 2026. On Election Day, polls in Rhode Island are open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM EST. Confirm your registration, polling place, and mail-ballot options at Vote.org and your state election office. Getting your supporters to turn out is what decides the closest races.
Frequently asked questions
Who is running in Rhode Island in 2026?
Governor: Dan McKee (Democratic), Helena Foulkes (Democratic), Aaron Guckian (Republican), Elaine Pelino (Republican), Ken Block (Independent), Jay Gotra (Independent), C. Reynolds (Independent). U.S. Senate: Jack Reed (Democratic), Connor Burbridge (Democratic), Luis Muñoz (Democratic), Ray McKay (Republican), Michael Bahry (Independent). Every voter also decides state legislative and local races on their ballot.
What time do polls open and close in Rhode Island on Election Day?
On Election Day, polls in Rhode Island are open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM EST.
When is the Rhode Island election in 2026?
The general election is November 3, 2026, following the state's 2026 primary.
Candidate information reflects the general-election ballot as of the date above, drawn from nonpartisan sources including The Green Papers and state election authorities. Verify the final ballot with your local election office.
Keep reading: Rhode Island 2026 elections and the 2026 midterms are a turnout election.