If the election for Utah’s next governor were held today, 41% of Republican voters would cast their ballot for Spencer Cox, according to the results of a poll released Wednesday by the Salt Lake Chamber.
The results show Cox, currently the state’s lieutenant governor, well positioned ahead of his expected and potential rivals for the 2020 Republican primary, including ambassador to Russia and former Gov. Jon Huntsman at 26%. Former Utah House Speaker Greg Hughes trails far behind at 6%.
And the poll suggests Cox maintains his lead when the race is narrowed to a head-to-head matchup with Huntsman, who is reportedly considering a return to the state and a potential campaign for a third term as governor.