Trump Endorses Andy Barr for Kentucky Senate: What Polls Say
Summary
President Donald Trump endorsed Republican Andy Barr in the Kentucky Senate primary for the seat held by retiring Senator Mitch McConnell. Trump also asked another candidate, Nate Morris, to leave the race and take a role in his administration as an ambassador. Recent polls show Barr leading or close to other candidates in the primary.Key Facts
- President Trump officially endorsed Andy Barr for the Kentucky Senate primary.
- The Senate seat is open because Senator Mitch McConnell is retiring.
- Trump asked Nate Morris, a rival GOP candidate, to step aside for an ambassador position in Trump's administration.
- Polls from early 2026 show Barr with support ranging from 24% to 28%, leading or closely behind other candidates.
- Nate Morris accepted the ambassador role and later endorsed Andy Barr.
- Daniel Cameron is another Republican candidate in the race, polling between 21% and 40% depending on the survey.
- The primary election is scheduled for May 19, 2026.
- The GOP currently holds a narrow majority in both the House and Senate as the midterm elections approach.
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