The poll found McKee's job approval rating had slipped to 25%, down 10 points from the last poll done a year ago.

A new poll shows Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee with lowly approval ratings as the 2026 election year approaches.

The winner of the Aug. 5 special general election will be the first person other than Ruggerio to represent District 4 since 1984.

Gabe Amo, a Democratic candidate for House Rhode Island District 1, on April 8. Bryce Vickmark / Amo Campaign via AP Sept. 5, 2023, 7:00 AM EDT / Updated Sept. 5, 2023, 9:51 PM EDT

DiPrete, who died Tuesday, was elected governor three times. His successful strategy was created by created by the Black, Manafort, and Stone lobbying group.