Joshua Adamson

NEWS 28 - Mesa Governor Joshua Adamson has voiced his support for President Jay Laylin amid liberal meltdowns over President Laylin’s LGBTQ, more specifically, transgender policy. An impeachment inquiry is currently being proposed by Rep. Francine Wallis and has support from many of her fellow Nationalist Representatives, but is receiving very little support from Senate Nationalists. Adamson called the President a strong leader.

President Laylin, who has been anti-trans since the start of his political career 14 years ago, and has supported traditional marriage values. The President is accused of violating his oath to protect all Jesstopians even those who identify as transgender.

”The President continues to abuse the office he was entrusted with and continues to violate the rights of Transgender Jesstopians,” said Representative Francine Wallis. “I have filed two articles of impeachment against the President the first being abuse of power, and an article for violating the oath of office he swore to. We are hoping to push this inquiry to a vote sooner rather than later. We must stop his discriminatory policies targeted against transgender Jesstopians. I won’t stop fight for them, and we will end President Laylin’s “reign of terror” against transgender Jesstopians.”

Former House Speaker and Representative Gretchen LeWolf says that she would support voting in favor of impeaching the President.

“I agree with Representative Wallis,” said Rep. Gretchen LeWolf. “Since assuming office, he has upended the rights of transgender individuals and has continued his dangerous rhetoric against the community. It needs to stop and it’s time an impeachment against him comes to fruition.”

LeWolf attempted to launch an impeachment inquiry months ago, but revoked it after Laylin was shot in early January. But she suspended the inquiry, after a major event, but that’s not to say that she wouldn’t support future impeachment inquiries.”

”There is absolutely no cause for an impeachment and the very fact that the Nationalist Party is trying to impeachm him over policy is beyond mind numbing,” said Senate Minority Leader Harry Rodham. “The party needs to realize that they lost the control of the Nationalist House because of their liberal agenda. Them trying to upend the will of the people won’t end well, especially as many Senate and House seats are up in September.”

Governor Adamson says he would put the weight of his support behind the President, citing the liberalization of the Nationalist Party. He said that Laylin has been a strong leader and continues to be a strong leader.

”As backlash grows over the president’s anti-transgender policies, I feel it is best to understand the purpose of those policies,” said Governor Joshua Adamson. “But more importantly, it’s important to understand why he is doing it. He is doing it to protect women and children. Transgenderism has destroyed this country. You are either born a biological male or female. There is no in between. That is why the President was elected by the people. He is a strong leader that just goes with the grain. He thinks about policy and enacts it. There is a lot of common sense coming from his brain. It really shouldn’t be a hard concept to grasp.”

ALDEN - Mesa Governor Joshua Adamson has said that President Jay Laylin has been a strong leader admist calls for him to resign the presidency for abuse of power. Representative Francine Wallis filed articles of impeachment against the President for abuse of power and for failing to uphold his oath to protect and defend “the constitution of the United States Of Jesstopia.”

President Laylin, who has been anti-trans since the start of his political career 14 years ago, and has supported traditional marriage values. The President is accused of violating his oath to protect all Jesstopians even those who identify as transgender.

”The President continues to abuse the office he was entrusted with and continues to violate the rights of Transgender Jesstopians,” said Representative Francine Wallis. “I have filed two articles of impeachment against the President the first being abuse of power, and an article for violating the oath of office he swore to. We are hoping to push this inquiry to a vote sooner rather than later. We must stop his discriminatory policies targeted against transgender Jesstopians. I won’t stop fight for them, and we will end President Laylin’s “reign of terror” against transgender Jesstopians.”

Former House Speaker and Representative Gretchen LeWolf says that she would support voting in favor of impeaching the President.

“I agree with Representative Wallis,” said Rep. Gretchen LeWolf. “Since assuming office, he has upended the rights of transgender individuals and has continued his dangerous rhetoric against the community. It needs to stop and it’s time an impeachment against him comes to fruition.”

LeWolf attempted to launch an impeachment inquiry months ago, but revoked it after Laylin was shot in early January. But she suspended the inquiry, after a major event, but that’s not to say that she wouldn’t support future impeachment inquiries.”

”There is absolutely no cause for an impeachment and the very fact that the Nationalist Party is trying to impeachm him over policy is beyond mind numbing,” said Senate Minority Leader Harry Rodham. “The party needs to realize that they lost the control of the Nationalist House because of their liberal agenda. Them trying to upend the will of the people won’t end well, especially as many Senate and House seats are up in September.”

Governor Adamson says he would put the weight of his support behind the President, citing the liberalization of the Nationalist Party. He said that Laylin has been a strong leader and continues to be a strong leader.

”As backlash grows over the president’s anti-transgender policies, I feel it is best to understand the purpose of those policies,” said Governor Joshua Adamson. “But more importantly, it’s important to understand why he is doing it. He is doing it to protect women and children. Transgenderism has destroyed this country. You are either born a biological male or female. There is no in between. That is why the President was elected by the people. He is a strong leader that just goes with the grain. He thinks about policy and enacts it. There is a lot of common sense coming from his brain. It really shouldn’t be a hard concept to grasp.”

NEWS 28 - Mesa Governor Joshua Adamson has announced that he is seeking a second elected term as Mesa's 20th Governor during the 2026 election. Adamson has served as the Governor Of Mesa since May 9, 2023, following the resignation of Kirk Paul.

He has served as the Governor of Mesa since May 9, 2023, and since taking office, he has pushed back on transgender movements, increased the state's funding reserves as well as pushed for inflation reduction, reducing the State's overall inflation by 29%. He has been committed to improving the benefits that military veterans receive and has pushed for funding more housing projects for homeless veterans. He says he hopes he can continue to provide for the very people that fight for the country.

"I am pleased to announce that I will be seeking reelection to another term during next year's election," said Governor Joshua Adamson. "Over the course of the last two years, I have provided more opportunities for veterans to be housed in affordable or even free housing, worked to reduce our state's overall inflation and working on programs and services that are important to the people of this state. I want to be able to serve and continue working on additional programs and services as well. Our state still needs work, and I am up for that challenge. I hope to be reelected to another term with the support of the State's voters."

Governor Adamson is extremely popular according to a new round of polling data that was released last week. According to polls, 82% of those asked approve of the work he has done as Governor. 77% approve of the work he has done for veterans affairs and 90% approve of the work he has done on the economy. He remains popular of anti-LGBTQ groups and Mesians.

ALDEN - Mesa Governor Joshua Adamson has announced that he is seeking reelection to another term in office during the 2026 Mesa Gubernatorial Election. He says that he is committed to pushing forward a continued effort to promote economic growth and continue to allow the people of Mesa to flourish freely.

He has served as the Governor of Mesa since May 9, 2023, and since taking office, he has pushed back on transgender movements, increased the state's funding reserves as well as pushed for inflation reduction, reducing the State's overall inflation by 29%. He has been committed to improving the benefits that military veterans receive and has pushed for funding more housing projects for homeless veterans. He says he hopes he can continue to provide for the very people that fight for the country.

"I am pleased to announce that I will be seeking reelection to another term during next year's election," said Governor Joshua Adamson. "Over the course of the last two years, I have provided more opportunities for veterans to be housed in affordable or even free housing, worked to reduce our state's overall inflation and working on programs and services that are important to the people of this state. I want to be able to serve and continue working on additional programs and services as well. Our state still needs work, and I am up for that challenge. I hope to be reelected to another term with the support of the State's voters."

Governor Adamson is extremely popular according to a new round of polling data that was released last week. According to polls, 82% of those asked approve of the work he has done as Governor. 77% approve of the work he has done for veterans affairs and 90% approve of the work he has done on the economy. He remains popular of anti-LGBTQ groups and Mesians.

NEWS 28 - Governor Joshua Adamson has been sworn in for a first full term after succeeding Former Governor Kirk Paul after his resignation last year. He defeated Nationalist Challenger Joseph Cooke.

The race was called on October 19, 2024, but voter turn out during the gubernatorial election has decreased since 2018. Adamson however had a strong popularity rating, which like contributed to his victory over Cooke, plus Jay Lalin, a Republican, winning the Presidency as well.

”I am honored to be your governor and I look forward to these next two years, before our state makes history and transitions to four year terms,” said Governor Adamson during his inaugural speech. “There is so much work we need to accomplish and I look forward to working with President Jay Laylin on accomplishing his agenda and ensuring he has full cooperation from this state. The people have spoken and they don’t want to return the state how it was under Nationalist control. High crime, drug and sex trafficking, high inflation and high grocery costs are a major contribution by the Nationalist Party, so voters turned out to say, we will not return to that. I am honored to serve as the chief executive of the State of Mesa and let’s get to work and ensure a strong future for our children.”

Governor Adamson was sworn in at 9:00 AM, and will serve out this term until November 18, 2024. He will be able to run for two more four year terms as when the new term limits go into effect in 2026, his terms served will reset.

”I very much look forward to working with Governor Joshua Adamson during these next two years,” said President Jay Laylin. “There is so much we will be accomplish when Republican led states work together to accomplish our shared vision of the future of our states and country. We will accomplish so much with him in office in Mesa. I look forward to the next two years ensuring prices go down, inflation is crushed and families can afford their gas and groceries.”

ALDEN - Mesa Governor has been sworn in for his first official full term as the 20th Governor after defeating Nationalist challenger Joseph Cooke during the 2024 Mesa Gubernatorial Election. He won after a very close race with 270 vote bank points to Cooke’s 200.

The race was called on October 19, 2024, but voter turn out during the gubernatorial election has decreased since 2018. Adamson however had a strong popularity rating, which like contributed to his victory over Cooke, plus Jay Lalin, a Republican, winning the Presidency as well.

”I am honored to be your governor and I look forward to these next two years, before our state makes history and transitions to four year terms,” said Governor Adamson during his inaugural speech. “There is so much work we need to accomplish and I look forward to working with President Jay Laylin on accomplishing his agenda and ensuring he has full cooperation from this state. The people have spoken and they don’t want to return the state how it was under Nationalist control. High crime, drug and sex trafficking, high inflation and high grocery costs are a major contribution by the Nationalist Party, so voters turned out to say, we will not return to that. I am honored to serve as the chief executive of the State of Mesa and let’s get to work and ensure a strong future for our children.”

Governor Adamson was sworn in at 9:00 AM, and will serve out this term until November 18, 2024. He will be able to run for two more four year terms as when the new term limits go into effect in 2026, his terms served will reset.

”I very much look forward to working with Governor Joshua Adamson during these next two years,” said President Jay Laylin. “There is so much we will be accomplish when Republican led states work together to accomplish our shared vision of the future of our states and country. We will accomplish so much with him in office in Mesa. I look forward to the next two years ensuring prices go down, inflation is crushed and families can afford their gas and groceries.”

NEWS 28 - Mesa Governor Joshua Adamson has officially declared that water across the state is once again safe to drink. The governor officially declared that the water crisis was over, and said that the government was looking for ways to ensure a crisis like this doesn't happen again.

"We are pleased to report that as of early this morning, we are being told that water is now completely safe to use for cooking, cleaning and drinking," said Governor Adamson. "Therefore I have signed several executive orders, one in which reverses the Executive Order 0200149, which declared the state of emergency. We are working with officials to find solutions to ensure this doesn't happen again, but we are still trying to find ways to truly prevent this from happening again."

The State had been battling lead and mercury levels in their water sources, but no cause of the lead and mercury levels being so high, have been found. It is working with the State Environmental Conservation, State Health Department and the State Department Of Water And Power to find adequate solutions. We received no comment from any of the departments, but Governor Adamson issued that "he was dedicated to finding ways to ensure water contamination is properly controlled," and also said that he will establish "a more comprehensive plan to ensure a quick and effective response to water contamination."

But with it officially declared over, the effects of the crisis will likely be felt for years to come. Residents across the state have expressed that they will struggle to trust any of the water they consume, fearing that this problem isn't simply over.

"I feel like this is just the start of the crisis, not the end." wrote a user on X. "This problem seems far bigger than just simply a water contamination case."

Others shared the same view on X as well. Most people across the state have been weary since Governor Adamson fired Nancy Yelling for misguiding his office on the water crisis.

"If we can't trust the government to fix the problem to start with, why are we trusting them to call it over," read another user's tweet. "I bet this isn't over and I believe the crisis was used to help Adamson win reelection."

ALDEN - The Mesa Department Of Health has officially issued that the water crisis that had consumed much of the Health Departments attention is officially over, and water is at very safe levels again. The agencies responsible for containing contaminated water, cleaning and pumping it back out are also being praised for the speed and efficiency in which they did it.

"We are pleased to report that as of early this morning, we are being told that water is now completely safe to use for cooking, cleaning and drinking," said Governor Adamson. "Therefore I have signed several executive orders, one in which reverses the Executive Order 0200149, which declared the state of emergency. We are working with officials to find solutions to ensure this doesn't happen again, but we are still trying to find ways to truly prevent this from happening again."

The State had been battling lead and mercury levels in their water sources, but no cause of the lead and mercury levels being so high, have been found. It is working with the State Environmental Conservation, State Health Department and the State Department Of Water And Power to find adequate solutions. We received no comment from any of the departments, but Governor Adamson issued that "he was dedicated to finding ways to ensure water contamination is properly controlled," and also said that he will establish "a more comprehensive plan to ensure a quick and effective response to water contamination."

But with it officially declared over, the effects of the crisis will likely be felt for years to come. Residents across the state have expressed that they will struggle to trust any of the water they consume, fearing that this problem isn't simply over.

"I feel like this is just the start of the crisis, not the end." wrote a user on X. "This problem seems far bigger than just simply a water contamination case."

Others shared the same view on X as well. Most people across the state have been weary since Governor Adamson fired Nancy Yelling for misguiding his office on the water crisis.

"If we can't trust the government to fix the problem to start with, why are we trusting them to call it over," read another user's tweet. "I bet this isn't over and I believe the crisis was used to help Adamson win reelection."

NEWS 28 - After their respective victories during the 2024 Mesa election season, Governor Joshua Adamson, Lieutenant Governor Gregory Brentwood and Mesa Attorney General-Elect Brian Wallard are preparing to be sworn into office on Monday at 10:00 AM.

Election Day was held on October 18, 2024, just days after the 2024 Presidential Election, and voters returned to polls and throughout the day casted their ballots for their governor and attorney general. Many voters who are early voters, were able to cast their vote for their gubernatorial and attorney general candidate on the Presidential ballot.

"I look forward to continuing to serve as your Governor and now that we have won the Nationalist House, it will make governing that much easier," said Governor Joshua Adamson. "There is so much more work that needs to be done to ensure economic growth will continue into the future, and ensure that our kids grow up in a safe, and moral Mesa. The transgender community is supported, however children should not be learning of their ideology or the belief that they are born in the wrong body. Only god can decide what gender a baby becomes. We will work with Nationalists as we have done for the past year under my leadership and we will ensure that we work hard for the people of this state, harder than we ever have in these next two years."

He is expected to take the governor's oath of office alongside Lieutenant Governor Gregory Brentwood and Mesa Attorney General-Elect Brian Wallard at 10:00 AM on Monday. Adamson had remained heavily popular among 73% of registered voters who believe that he made life easier in Mesa, since taking office. He was also viewed more popular to about 24% of Nationalist voters. Joseph Cooke, was more popular with Nationalist voters, but only about 5% of Republican voters viewed him more favorably.

With him looking towards governing the next 2 years, before he takes the oath of office, Adamson is appealing to Nationalists, citing that their voices matter as well, and says he is working to compromise on LGBTQ policy but says he won't allow gender affirming care to pass for Mesians under the age of 18 years old.

"I've made it very clear that gender affirming care will not be legal in this state, but I am willing to make it legal for Mesians over the age of 18, and no younger," continued Adamson. "We must continue to protect our children from this issue, because children deserve to grow up, without the need to question their own identity until they are the age where their choice can be reflected on."

State House and Senate Republicans have pushed through legislation under Governor's Parker Heaton, Kirk Paul and Joshua Adamson to protect students under the age of 18 in schools from reading about transgender ideology, something that Nationalists seem so eager to push on their children. Republicans have always said that adults, which in the context of Mesa State law is 18 and older, should be able to choose to read, view and listen to transgender ideology. But they say children aren't old enough or mentally old enough to process the ideology.

ALDEN - Governor Joshua Adamson, who won election to a first full term as Mesa's governor since taking over the role on May 9, 2023, is set to be sworn in for his first official 2-year term, the final 2-year term a Mesa Governor will serve before the first four year term is implemented in 2026. Further, Adamson's first full term and the win the preceded has been contributed to his handling of the Lawrence Mine Collapse last year, as well as his handling of the State's devastating hurricane season. The Mesa Water Crisis also heavily contributed to his reelection chances, with many Mesians saying that they would trust Governor Adamson with addressing the health emergency.

Election Day was held on October 18, 2024, just days after the 2024 Presidential Election, and voters returned to polls and throughout the day casted their ballots for their governor and attorney general. Many voters who are early voters, were able to cast their vote for their gubernatorial and attorney general candidate on the Presidential ballot.

"I look forward to continuing to serve as your Governor and now that we have won the Nationalist House, it will make governing that much easier," said Governor Joshua Adamson. "There is so much more work that needs to be done to ensure economic growth will continue into the future, and ensure that our kids grow up in a safe, and moral Mesa. The transgender community is supported, however children should not be learning of their ideology or the belief that they are born in the wrong body. Only god can decide what gender a baby becomes. We will work with Nationalists as we have done for the past year under my leadership and we will ensure that we work hard for the people of this state, harder than we ever have in these next two years."

He is expected to take the governor's oath of office alongside Lieutenant Governor Gregory Brentwood and Mesa Attorney General-Elect Brian Wallard at 10:00 AM on Monday. Adamson had remained heavily popular among 73% of registered voters who believe that he made life easier in Mesa, since taking office. He was also viewed more popular to about 24% of Nationalist voters. Joseph Cooke, was more popular with Nationalist voters, but only about 5% of Republican voters viewed him more favorably.

With him looking towards governing the next 2 years, before he takes the oath of office, Adamson is appealing to Nationalists, citing that their voices matter as well, and says he is working to compromise on LGBTQ policy but says he won't allow gender affirming care to pass for Mesians under the age of 18 years old.

"I've made it very clear that gender affirming care will not be legal in this state, but I am willing to make it legal for Mesians over the age of 18, and no younger," continued Adamson. "We must continue to protect our children from this issue, because children deserve to grow up, without the need to question their own identity until they are the age where their choice can be reflected on."

State House and Senate Republicans have pushed through legislation under Governor's Parker Heaton, Kirk Paul and Joshua Adamson to protect students under the age of 18 in schools from reading about transgender ideology, something that Nationalists seem so eager to push on their children. Republicans have always said that adults, which in the context of Mesa State law is 18 and older, should be able to choose to read, view and listen to transgender ideology. But they say children aren't old enough or mentally old enough to process the ideology.

NEWS 28 - Mesa state health officials say that Mesa's water is safe to drink and cook with, but asks that residents monitor their water for the next few days as corroding piping could cause yellowish-brown or dark brown water. Officials ask residents that have yellowish-brown water to contact the state water department to address the piping concerns.

"Residents are now able to drink their tap and shower water safely, but we ask that you continue your tap and shower water for discoloration," said Health Department spokesperson Brittany Weirden. "While the water in the state is safe to drink, some pipes may have been corroded and metal and rusk may be present in water that appears yellowish-brown or very dark brown. Any discoloration should always be reported, and water that is not clear, should also be reported."

While the state is issuing that water is safe, residents are being advised at health and safety advocates to monitor their water anytime they plan to bath or cook. Rust can carry lead, which can cause illness.

The state is continuing to monitor its water, but says that residents should be able to drink the water safely, as long as the water remains clear. They have a water status reporting form which can be found on the State Of Mesa website.

"Please, please, please monitor your water," said Governor Joshua Adamson. "Water is now considered safe to drink, but any discoloration that you see needs to be reported. What the discoloration means is that there is some rust or bacteria in the water, which changes the color of the water, meaning it is not safe to drink. But if water remains clear, then the water is safe to drink. All the water has been treated so there is really no risk to your health unless you see yellowish-brown or brown water. If you get yellowish-brown water, you need to contact your local water authority and have them check out your pipes."

ALDEN - The Mesa Department Of Health says that water is now safe to use, but asks residents to continue to monitor their tap and shower water, and to check it for any brown or yellow, as it is a sign of the presence of rust. Officials are asking residents who see discolored water, to report it to their local water agency, as the piping of their homes may need to be replaced.

"Residents are now able to drink their tap and shower water safely, but we ask that you continue your tap and shower water for discoloration," said Health Department spokesperson Brittany Weirden. "While the water in the state is safe to drink, some pipes may have been corroded and metal and rusk may be present in water that appears yellowish-brown or very dark brown. Any discoloration should always be reported, and water that is not clear, should also be reported."

While the state is issuing that water is safe, residents are being advised at health and safety advocates to monitor their water anytime they plan to bath or cook. Rust can carry lead, which can cause illness.

The state is continuing to monitor its water, but says that residents should be able to drink the water safely, as long as the water remains clear. They have a water status reporting form which can be found on the State Of Mesa website.

"Please, please, please monitor your water," said Governor Joshua Adamson. "Water is now considered safe to drink, but any discoloration that you see needs to be reported. What the discoloration means is that there is some rust or bacteria in the water, which changes the color of the water, meaning it is not safe to drink. But if water remains clear, then the water is safe to drink. All the water has been treated so there is really no risk to your health unless you see yellowish-brown or brown water. If you get yellowish-brown water, you need to contact your local water authority and have them check out your pipes."

Governor Joshua Adamson will keep his job as he wins the 2024 Mesa Gubernatorial Election.

NEWS 28 - Incumbent Mesa Governor Joshua Adamson wins his first full term in office with a vote total of 270 to Joseph Cooke's 200. Governor Adamson says that he will carry on working to reject the transgender ideology, and said that he would work to restore "traditional family values," in the state.

"I am beyond grateful for the chance to continue to serve as this great state's Governor," said an enthusiastic Governor Adamson. "We still have so much to accomplish and I will continue to work for the hardworking people of this state, end the madness that is the LGBTQ expectations. We will move our economy further, and ensure housing continues to be affordable."

Adamson defeated Joseph Cooke by just 70 Vote Bank Points. Both men have spoken to each other, with Cooke conceding the election to Adamson. According to Governor Adamson, Cooke was "gracious," "kind," in his concession.

"I just received a phone call from Joseph Cooke, and he graciously and kindly congratulated me on my win," continued Governor Adamson. "He wished me a successful first full term, and said he hoped to be able to work together in the future, as he continues to seek other offices, now that he has been defeated."

Governor Joshua Adamson wins a first full term as Mesa's 20th Governor. The Governor won 270 to 200. The race was called on November 19, 2024.

ALDEN - Governor Joshua Adamson has officially won his first full term as Mesa's 20th Governor, along with Gregory Brentwood, who was elected to a first full term as Lt. Governor. Both men will be inaugurated on November 18, 2024.

"I am beyond grateful for the chance to continue to serve as this great state's Governor," said an enthusiastic Governor Adamson. "We still have so much to accomplish and I will continue to work for the hardworking people of this state, end the madness that is the LGBTQ expectations. We will move our economy further, and ensure housing continues to be affordable."

Adamson defeated Joseph Cooke by just 70 Vote Bank Points. Both men have spoken to each other, with Cooke conceding the election to Adamson. According to Governor Adamson, Cooke was "gracious," "kind," in his concession.

"I just received a phone call from Joseph Cooke, and he graciously and kindly congratulated me on my win," continued Governor Adamson. "He wished me a successful first full term, and said he hoped to be able to work together in the future, as he continues to seek other offices, now that he has been defeated."

ALDEN TIMES - The 2024 Mesa Gubernatorial Election was held from 7AM to 7PM on October 18, 2024. Following the closure of polls, counting of votes began in Alden with all ballots being flown to Alden for official certification. Alden County and Porterstown Mesa have already cast their vote bank points to their candidates with Alden, giving Joshua Adamson their 5 vote bank points, where as Porterstown gave Cooke there 2.

View the latest election results in bullet points below. This article will update as we receive more updates from the election teams in Mesa.

• 10/18 At 10:15 PM - Joshua Adamson gains 33 Vote Bank Points, while Joseph Cooke wins 15.

Governor Joshua Adamson and Joseph Cooke look ahead to winning the 2024 election.

NEWS 28 - Mesa has begun processing and counting voter ballots from the 2024 Mesa Gubernatorial election after polls closed at 7:00 PM. Candidates Joshua Adamson and Joseph Cooke say they look forward to winning the election, and didn't mention any possibility of losing.

According to poll watchers, over 5.2 million voters cast a ballot today with about 2.9 million voters either not being able to vote or choosing to not vote. But they say that this election may take longer to call than normal due to the stress on the polling places since the 2024 Presidential Elections that were held on Wednesday.

"We expect the results of this election to take longer because we are still processing out ballots from the Presidential Elections held in our polling places two days ago," said Burton County Election Commissioner Martin Ford. "We ask that you give us time to process these ballots. We will able to scan them fast, as soon as we get more poll workers available to help us count the ballots."

As for the election, the candidate who wins at least 270 vote bank points will be named the victor. In the 2021 special election that elected Kirk Paul as the 19th Governor Of Mesa, saw him win at least 292 vote bank points. While we don't expect this to be the case, forecasts think that Joshua Adamson will have a little bit of a Vote Bank back and forth with Joseph Cooke. The forecast has not yet modeled who the potential winner of the election could be.

Both Joshua Adamson and Joseph Cooke say they will remain patient as votes are counted, but say while they will be patient, they are eager to know who won the election. Both men are hoping to win the office, but as Mesa handed Jay Laylin it's vote bank points, which led to his victory, many voters both Nationalist and Republican believe that Adamson will win a first full term.

From Left To Right: Incumbent Mesa Governor Joshua Adamson and Former State Representative Joseph Cooke debate each other on August 19, 2024. Both men are eagerly awaiting the results of the 2024 Mesa Gubernatorial Election.

ALDEN - The Mesa Board Of Elections has begun counting ballots following the closure of the polls that will decide who will be the State's Governor, Lt. Governor and Attorney General. Voters across the state eagerly await the results as does Governor Joshua Adamson and Joseph Cooke.

According to poll watchers, over 5.2 million voters cast a ballot today with about 2.9 million voters either not being able to vote or choosing to not vote. But they say that this election may take longer to call than normal due to the stress on the polling places since the 2024 Presidential Elections that were held on Wednesday.

"We expect the results of this election to take longer because we are still processing out ballots from the Presidential Elections held in our polling places two days ago," said Burton County Election Commissioner Martin Ford. "We ask that you give us time to process these ballots. We will able to scan them fast, as soon as we get more poll workers available to help us count the ballots."

As for the election, the candidate who wins at least 270 vote bank points will be named the victor. In the 2021 special election that elected Kirk Paul as the 19th Governor Of Mesa, saw him win at least 292 vote bank points. While we don't expect this to be the case, forecasts think that Joshua Adamson will have a little bit of a Vote Bank back and forth with Joseph Cooke. The forecast has not yet modeled who the potential winner of the election could be.

Both Joshua Adamson and Joseph Cooke say they will remain patient as votes are counted, but say while they will be patient, they are eager to know who won the election. Both men are hoping to win the office, but as Mesa handed Jay Laylin it's vote bank points, which led to his victory, many voters both Nationalist and Republican believe that Adamson will win a first full term.

NEWS 28 - Mesa Election Officials are warning voters that they have less than one hour to vote before polls close at 7:00 PM, at which point they will be unable to vote. The polls are closing earlier this year to make up counting time and call the race before the weekend is over.

The elections are operating on limited time frames this year, due to the strain of the Presidential elections that just ended, and will allow vote counts to begin as soon as polls close. The Federal Elections Board put pressure on the state to try and have all votes counted before Saturday night. The state says it will try to get the results cranked out.

If you need to vote, you will need to be in line before 7:00 PM to ensure you can vote during the Mesa general election. If you need an absentee ballot, unfortunately, it is now too late to get one. The deadline to request an absentee ballot was September 10, 2024.

Other questions or comments related to the election are being redirected to the proper channels but County Election Commissioners are asking that you call them with any questions. Call you county's election commissioner by finding it at MesaVotes.org.

ALDEN - Voters in Mesa only have less than an hour to vote during the 2024 Mesa Gubernatorial Elections before polls close at 7:00 PM. If you still need to vote, head to your polling place now, or you may not be able to vote this election.

The elections are operating on limited time frames this year, due to the strain of the Presidential elections that just ended, and will allow vote counts to begin as soon as polls close. The Federal Elections Board put pressure on the state to try and have all votes counted before Saturday night. The state says it will try to get the results cranked out.

If you need to vote, you will need to be in line before 7:00 PM to ensure you can vote during the Mesa general election. If you need an absentee ballot, unfortunately, it is now too late to get one. The deadline to request an absentee ballot was September 10, 2024.

Other questions or comments related to the election are being redirected to the proper channels but County Election Commissioners are asking that you call them with any questions. Call you county's election commissioner by finding it at MesaVotes.org.

NEWS 28 - Voters in Mesa are hitting the polls days after the 2024 Presidential Election to elect their Governor, Lt. Governor and Attorney General during the 2024 Mesa Gubernatorial Election. The State is holding these elections on the heels of Jay Laylin's victory as the next President Of The United States Of Jesstopia, so not much focus will be had on Mesa's election.

Over 4.6 million voters are expected to hit the polls by the end of the voting cycle. The State has remained Republican for the last 10 years and they are hoping to keep control of the Governor's office, State Senate and House.

"Voters are looking for the stronger candidate, and Joshua Adamson continues to prove he is the strongest candidate by the policies and bills he has signed into law," said Greg Coolidge, a political commentator for Political Insight With Beth Shaw. "As voters vote today, they are likely to vote similar how the state voted during the 2024 Presidential Election that saw Jay Laylin elected as the next President of the United States Of Jesstopia and the first Republican head of state of the country. It is heavily likely that Adamson will win a first full term, if the 2024 Presidential election is any indication."

Experts say that it is still too early to give a prediction on who will win the 2024 Mesa Gubernatorial Election at this time, but many experts say it could easily be Joshua Adamson. Voters who gave Jay Laylin the state during the presidential election, could give Joshua Adamson the same win for his state.