Democratic Attorney General Maura Healey has been elected governor of Massachusetts, making history as the nation’s first openly lesbian governor and the state’s first woman and openly gay candidate elected to the office.

The year 2022 is shaping up to be a watershed for women seeking political power in Massachusetts.

Republicans hoping to hold on to the Massachusetts governor’s office are choosing between a Donald Trump-backed candidate and a moderate businessman in Tuesday’s primary election.

Republican Gov. Charlie Baker says he won’t seek a third term as governor of Massachusetts.