Ron DeSantis vs Josh Shapiro: 2028
Ron DeSantis (Republican) and Josh Shapiro (Democratic) are two of the most-discussed names for 2028 - but they have never faced each other, and no 2028 nominee has been chosen. There are essentially no head-to-head 2028 general-election polls this far out, so the honest answer to "who would win" is: it is far too early to know. Here is how they actually compare.
Josh Shapiro- Age (2026)
- 53
- Home state
- Pennsylvania
- Age in 2029
- 55
Neither name is large enough in the prediction markets yet to show a stable number. Compare them on profile, role and status above.
Ron DeSantis: where things stand
The term-limited Florida governor and 2024 candidate has said he is open to another run. His term ends in 2027, freeing him to campaign.
Standing: A distant third in early 2028 Republican primary polling, in the low single digits to high single digits across recent surveys.
Josh Shapiro: where things stand
Popular governor of the pivotal swing state of Pennsylvania, seen as a strong general-election profile. Appeared alongside other hopefuls on the early circuit.
Standing: Polls in high single digits; consistently ranked top-tier by analysts.
Ron DeSantis vs Josh Shapiro: FAQ
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