PA-GOV: Shapiro and Garrity both say they're willing to debate in this year's Pa. gov race

HARRISBURG — For the first time since 2018, Pennsylvanians may have the chance to watch their choices for governor meet face-to-face for a debate.

Spokespeople for incumbent Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro and Republican challenger Stacy Garrity told Spotlight PA that the candidates are both willing to participate in at least one debate leading up to November’s general election.

Neither would discuss the potential details, like what organization might host one or who they’d accept as moderator.

"We aren’t going to negotiate the terms of a debate through the press,” said Manuel Bonder, Shapiro’s spokesperson, in a statement. “We look forward to engaging with the Garrity campaign directly on any good faith efforts to do so and continue making the choice in this election clear.”




https://www.spotlightpa.org/news/2026/06/governor-debate-2026-shapiro-garrity-elections/