Shekarchi opts out of governor’s race

By: Nancy Lavin

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: February 3, 2026

Words: 1,302

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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After more than a year of hinting at a possible gubernatorial run, House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi released three paragraphs to explain why he decided against it.

“The best way for me to serve the people of Rhode Island is to continue my work as Speaker of the House,” the Warwick Democrat said in a statement Tuesday afternoon. “My energy will remain focused on crafting a budget that supports Rhode Islanders and finding solutions …

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