Tom Tiffany Will Certify 2028 Election Results
Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany confirmed he will sign the state's presidential election certificate.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Elections
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As the November 2026 gubernatorial election approaches, candidate Tom Tiffany stated he will certify the winner of the 2028 presidential election in Wisconsin. This commitment comes after Tiffany's previous involvement in legal challenges surrounding the 2020 election.
Why it matters
The Wisconsin governor plays a critical role in the democratic process by signing the certificate of election results for the U.S. archivist. This position remains under scrutiny due to past efforts to overturn election outcomes.
Wisconsin law mandates the governor sign the certificate naming electors chosen by the winning party for the U.S. archivist. This administrative duty is scheduled to take place following the presidential election in 2028.
The players
Tom Tiffany
He is a U.S. Representative currently running for governor of Wisconsin in the 2026 election.
David Crowley
He is a candidate for governor of Wisconsin in the November 2026 election.
The details
Tom Tiffany previously signed a letter supporting a 2020 Texas-led lawsuit that challenged results in several states, including Wisconsin, Arizona, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. Additionally, he voted to object to the certification of 2020 election results in Arizona and Pennsylvania before the U.S. Supreme Court dismissed the case.
Timeline
November 2020: Presidential election conducted.
December 2020: U.S. Supreme Court dismissed the Texas-led lawsuit.
August 2026: Tiffany participated in a TV interview with WISN-12.
November 2026: Wisconsin gubernatorial election occurs.
2028: Presidential election occurs.
Political Context
Opponents have expressed concern regarding the candidate's history of participating in the 2020 Texas lawsuit challenging election results. Critics argue that past legal objections to electoral certifications raise questions about the integrity of future administrative duties.
The governor of Wisconsin maintains the legal authority to formalize the state's presidential choice by signing certificates sent to the U.S. archivist in Washington, D.C. Voters are considering how these administrative responsibilities impact the state's role in future national elections.
The takeaway
The gubernatorial candidates remain focused on the upcoming November 2026 election as the primary path to influence state administration. Voters are evaluating how past actions regarding election challenges align with the duties of the executive office.
Further reading
For more information on the upcoming race, see our Wisconsin Elections coverage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Badger Project.
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