Republican Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox is headed for the Governor’s Mansion, grabbing nearly 64% of the vote over Democratic challenger Chris Peterson’s 31%, results show late Tuesday night in the gubernatorial race.
Cox thanked supporters, friends and family during a virtual event from his hometown of Fairview in Sanpete County, saying the GOP needs to transform itself into the party of civil rights and the disadvantaged.
He vowed to be the people’s governor.
Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox joins Rod at 4:35pm to discuss his plans for the state.
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