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Former Wisconsin Gov. Tommy Thompson is seriously considering running for his old office in 2026.

Thompson, 83, previously served four terms as governor and was President George W. Bush's health secretary.

If elected, Thompson would be 85 years old when taking office in January 2027.

MADISON – One of the state's most popular governors is considering taking another shot at running for his old office.

Tommy Thompson, who was governor between 1987 and 2001, said this week he is "seriously considering" joining the 2026 Republican primary for governor.

"I am still looking at it and I'm seriously looking at it," Thompson, 83, said in an interview on WTMJ. "So that's what goes into it but no decision has been made. But it's certainly something that is not too far removed

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