MADISON, Wis. — Washington County Executive Josh Shoemann has dropped out of the race for Wisconsin governor. The Republican candidate posted on X Wednesday that “our fight to reclaim Wisconsin will go on,” wishing success for Congressman Tom Tiffany in November. Our fight to reclaim Wisconsin will go on. pic.twitter.com/XiPmtJYE4c — Josh Schoemann (@JoshSchoemann) January 28, 2026Schoemann’s announcement comes as Tiffany secured a surprise endorsement from President Trump on Tuesday. Congressman Tiffany released the following statement:“I appreciate Josh’s kind words and wish him the very best.