Josh Shapiro Launches New Path PAC, Prompting 2028 Speculation
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has launched a new super PAC, New Path PAC, sparking speculation about a potential 2028 presidential run. The PAC's stated mission is to elect candidates who oppose President Trump.
Sioux Falls, SD, October 17, 2026 —
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has launched a new super PAC called New Path PAC, a move that has prompted speculation about whether he may seek the presidency in 2028. The PAC’s stated mission is to elect candidates who oppose President Trump.
The launch establishes a political organization with an explicitly stated focus on electing candidates opposed to Trump. The available information does not identify which candidates or races the PAC may support, or describe how it plans to pursue that mission.
The PAC’s creation has fueled discussion of a possible presidential bid, but the information provided does not say that Shapiro has announced plans to run. It also does not include a statement from Shapiro about the organization or his future political plans. The speculation should therefore be distinguished from a confirmed campaign announcement.
Several details about New Path PAC were not provided, including when it was launched, who will lead it, how much money it has raised or expects to raise, and where it will operate. No fundraising, spending or electoral activity was specified. The stated mission is the only description available of the group’s intended work.
For now, the reported development is Shapiro’s launch of the PAC and its stated opposition to Trump. Whether the organization’s activity will provide further information about Shapiro’s political plans remains unclear based on the details available.
Story summarized from the original created by Ford McCracken on thehill.com, see more information here.
Media gallery