Andy Barr Wins McConnell’s Kentucky Senate Seat
23 sourcesUpdated Nov 4, 20261 min read
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Republican Andy Barr defeated Democrat Charles Booker to win Kentucky’s U.S. Senate seat, succeeding Mitch McConnell, who is not seeking reelection. Barr, a seven-term U.S. representative, was backed by President Donald Trump and campaigned on the argument that Booker was too liberal for Kentucky. Barr is expected to begin a six-year term in January 2027.
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Kentucky stays red and Barr's pledge to reach across the aisle is worth watching.
Barr should be able to get things done in the Senate after all those years in the House.
