Kentucky election news
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Kamala Harris VP pick and battleground tour coming next week
Kamala Harris is expected to announce her VP pick as soon as Monday, with plans to blitz battleground states with her new running-mate.
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Vice President Kamala Harris tells Trump to 'say it to my face!' at Atlanta rally
Before VP Kamala Harris took the stage at her campaign event in Atlanta on Tuesday, the atmosphere felt more like a party than a political rally.
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Odds for Harris' Vice President: Beshear soars after Cooper drops out, Shapiro leads
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear's betting odds for the Democratic vice-presidential nomination shortened after North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper dropped out.
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Progressive Democrats back Beshear for VP following 'viral' interviews
In a new letter, progressive leaders pushed Kamala Harris to pick Govs. Andy Beshear or Tim Walz her as her running mate.
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12 states have new voter ID laws. Ohio, Indiana among states with stricter rules
Ohio now has the strictest voter ID law in the U.S., preventing thousands from voting. Other states with new ID laws include Florida and Georgia.
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Another JCPS board member has resigned. Here's what happens next
JCPS board member Chris Kolb announced his resignation last week, saying he plans to apply to become a teacher for the district.
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Guess who’s back? Daniel Cameron to speak as Trump surrogate at Fancy Farm this weekend
Trump’s endorsement played a key role in assisting Republican Daniel Cameron’s dominant GOP gubernatorial primary win over well-funded and well-known competition last year. But it wasn’t enough as the state AG lost to incumbent Andy Beshear in November 2023.
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What is Fancy Farm? What to know about Kentucky's annual political picnic
The anticipated political event returns to far west Kentucky on Saturday.
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Andy Beshear, one of Kamala Harris' potential VP picks, makes campaign stop in pivotal swing state
Georgia is likely to be a battleground state in this November's presidential election.
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The Andy Beshear-for-VP blitz continues as he speaks at Harris campaign rally in Georgia
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, in a GOP-controlled suburb of Atlanta, jumped on the bed of a pickup truck in Georgia’s Forsyth County Sunday morning. He was there to help open a campaign office for VP Kamala Harris and took the opportunity to blast the Trump-Vance GOP ticket.
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'Tough, smart, kind, empathy:' Andy Beshear praises Kamala Harris at Iowa Democratic event
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear delivered the keynote address at the Iowa Democratic Party’s Liberty & Justice Celebration.
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What Black voters think about Donald Trump, Kamala Harris and their top priorities
More than 200,000 people sent in questionnaires.
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Beshear in Iowa: ‘I’d be eager for the chance to debate’ JD Vance
The Kentucky governor spoke to a sold-out crowd at a Democratic fundraiser in Des Moines Saturday night and offered his full support to Kamala Harris. Before the event, he lashed out against the GOP VP nominee, criticizing once more his “origin story.”
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Andy Beshear is 'eager' to debate 'phony' JD Vance if he's Kamala Harris' running mate
“Our debate would admittedly be a little bit personal,” Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said of Sen. JD Vance, the Republican vice presidential nominee.
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Beshear, abortion rights advocate Hadley Duvall to attend Harris campaign event near Atlanta
Along with the governor, Hadley Duvall, a Kentucky abortion rights advocate, will also attend the event.
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Beshear for VP buzz increases as he headlines a key Harris campaign event in GA Sunday
The governor and Kentucky abortion rights advocate Hadley Duvall will help launch a Harris for President office not far from Atlanta.
3 min read - PoliticsMessenger-Inquirer, Owensboro, Ky.
Kennedy campaign spreading message
Donald Trump, Joe Biden and now Kamala Harris have dominated the discussion around the 2024 presidential campaign in recent weeks, but a group of local volunteers are working to remind people about another option — Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Kennedy is running an an Independent, and his campaign volunteers have been working to make sure his name is on the ballot in Kentucky this November. ...
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Beshear returns to flood-torn Eastern Kentucky amid VP speculation
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has received high approval ratings for his response to several crises, including the floods and the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Andy Beshear is in the mix for VP. But how does the vetting process actually work?
One former vice presidential nominee compared the so-called “veepstakes” to a “colonoscopy without a painkiller.” Here’s what the process entails.
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Fact check: Is Kamala Harris really a ‘radical left lunatic’ as Donald Trump says?
We looked at some of Team Trump’s claims about the presumptive Democratic nominee.
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Could Beshear flip Kentucky blue as a VP candidate?
While Gov. Andy Beshear won two terms as a Democrat in a deep red state, some are unsure he'd be able to flip Kentucky in a national race.
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‘Prosecuting’ Donald Trump: How Kamala Harris’ DA background shapes her campaign style
“One of Biden’s problems was an inability to consistently make the case against Trump,” an expert said.
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Lt. Gov. Coleman 'prepared' to step up as governor. Is she eyeing a future run?
Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman would become acting governor, should Andy Beshear leave the position for a different role before his term ends.
3 min read - PoliticsMessenger-Inquirer, Owensboro, Ky.
Local Democratic chairman excited about Harris
It’s been a tumultuous few weeks for the Democratic Party, culminating with President Joe Biden deciding not to seek reelection after his cognitive ability was widely questioned, which brought initial uncertainty about who would be on the party’s presidential ticket with the Democratic National Convention in Chicago in less than four weeks. But Larry Miller, Daviess County Democratic Party ...
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Here’s who is getting extra attention as Kamala Harris’ running mate search picks up
A Harris campaign spokesman said the VP vetting process has begun “in earnest.”
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Kamala Harris comes out of the starting gate with a problem with Hispanic voters
National polls show Harris struggling to win the kind of support among Hispanic voters that Democratic candidates have long counted on, but there are recent signs of improvement.
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Meme queen? What coconut trees and lime green mean for Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign
Singer Charli XCX said on X Sunday that “kamala IS brat,” a powerful compliment for fans who are chronically online.
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Beshear ranks as most popular Democratic governor in new national poll
The poll comes as Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear receives national attention as a potential vice presidential candidate.
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Poll: Amid Harris VP speculation, Beshear most popular Democratic governor in America
Kentucky’s Andy Beshear was the most popular among Democrats and Republicans of any Democratic governor in America. Among Republican voters, he led the second-closest, Laura Kelly of Kansas, by 11 percentage points.
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Harris' VP options: From Josh Shapiro to Mark Kelly, sizing up the slate's pros and cons
Here's a look at nine of Harris' vice presidential prospects – and the pros and cons for each as Democrats try to maintain hold of the White House.
8 min read - USCommonwealth Journal, Somerset, Ky.
Election Coordinator asks for more Election security
Jul. 23—With the 2024 Presidential General Election still over 100 days away, local election officials are already gearing up for what is expected to be a heated race. Within the last two weeks, former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt and the other candidate, President Joe Biden, announced he has dropping out of the race. No one knows for sure what might transpire next ...
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Kentucky Democratic delegates endorse Harris in near unanimous vote
Delegates nationwide have coalesced behind Kamala Harris, who now has enough votes to secure the presidential nomination.
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Harris campaign vetting at least 7 Dems for VP, list excludes Gov. Andy Beshear
Kamala Harris' list of Democrats getting a look for VP include Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Gov. Josh Shapiro, Sen. Mark Kelly and Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
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Kamala Harris’ VP pick: Who’s up and who’s down on her running mate list?
As Kamala Harris surges closer to being the 2024 Democratic presidential nominee, her first major task will be selecting the right VP running mate.
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When the 2024 presidential election takes place and how to register in Kentucky
If you're planning to vote in the general election in November, make sure you are registered to vote before the deadline.
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Does Kamala Harris’ run for president throw a wrench in Gavin Newsom’s plans for 2028?
Gavin Newsom has spent the past two years swatting down rumors and questions about running for president.
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Prosecutor vs. convicted felon: How Democrats believe Harris’ background changes the election
Democrats believe Vice President Kamala Harris' work as a prosecutor will help draw stark contrast to Donald Trump's legal woes in presidential race.
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NC has been a swing state in 2024 election. Is that still the case with Biden’s exit?
President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and their surrogates have made regular visits to North Carolina since the beginning of the 2024 campaign season. What happens now?
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Trump will win Kentucky in November. So, why is Andy Beshear a VP candidate for the Dems?
“I can tell you that people around (Harris), people in D.C., people that really follow this closely, are taking Andy Beshear very seriously,” one prominent Kentucky Democrat said.
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Pulaski's Casada weighs in on Biden's decision to step down from race
Jul. 22—This weekend's announcement that President Joe Biden will step down as the Democratic nominee in the upcoming presidential General Election has left a pathway open for a new candidate to enter the race against Republican Donald Trump. Pulaski County Democratic Party Chair Rodney Casada said Monday that he joins those around the nation who believe that the new candidate will be current ...
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Beshear had 'good conversation' with Harris, campaign manager confirms
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear continues to be in the mix as a potential candidate for vice president.
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In first public remarks, Kamala Harris praises Joe Biden, doesn’t talk presidential campaign
“Joe Biden’s legacy of accomplishment over the past three years is unmatched in modern history,” Harris started.
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Do Republicans see Kamala Harris as easy to beat?
Would Kamala Harris be a tougher opponent than Joe Biden?
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‘Ready to serve.’ Kentucky DNC delegates back Kamala Harris for president
Less than 24 hours since President Joe Biden said he was not seeking reelection, Kentucky delegates to the Democratic National Convention met to determine who should succeed him atop the ticket. The delegates “overwhelmingly voted to endorse Vice President Harris.”
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KY Gov. Andy Beshear answers speculation of him being VP pick, if he’s been contacted
Here’s what the Kentucky governor said about his interest in the vice president job.
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Kamala Harris’ potential challengers fall in line, clearing way to Democratic nomination
Democrats appear to have no desire to protract an intraparty battle that took down the candidacy of a sitting president.
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Why Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is - and isn't - the best candidate for vice president
The news that President Biden will not run again puts a spotlight on contenders for the Democratic ticket, including Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear.
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Do Kentucky delegates have to vote for Biden anyway? What to know ahead of the DNC
Kentucky's delegation to the Democratic National Convention will help decide the party's candidate for president. What to know.
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A Harris-Newsom presidential ticket? There’s one big legal hurdle: The 12th Amendment
The Amendment outlines how presidential electors in the electoral college cast ballots for the presidential ticket.
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Kamala Harris’ criminal justice record: Get up to speed
Harris, a former prosecutor, was the self-proclaimed “top cop” of California. Until she wasn’t.
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Kamala Harris is running for president. Can she beat Donald Trump?
Kamala Harris is close to Donald Trump in latest national polling.
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Who is Josh Shapiro? Pennsylvania’s governor is on list of possible Democratic VP nominees
What is Shapiro’s record as governor of Pennsylvania?
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Who is Andy Beshear? Kentucky’s governor is on list of possible Democratic VP nominees
What is his policy record as Kentucky’s governor and former attorney general?
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How does Biden's withdrawal affect Kentucky's ballot? What to know about November
President Joe Biden announced Sunday he will no longer seek reelection in November.
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Here’s President Joe Biden’s full announcement as he exits 2024 presidential election
The announcement came shortly before 11 a.m. West Coast time.
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Joe Biden withdraws from race Sunday, 107 days before Election Day. What happens next?
In a historic move, President Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 election, 107 days out from the election. Now Democrats must find a new candidate.
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With President Biden out of the race, what could be next for NC Gov. Roy Cooper?
President Joe Biden announced Sunday he’s out of the race. Could Gov. Roy Cooper be the next VP, with Kamala Harris?
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Joe Biden is out. How do Democrats pick a new presidential nominee?
Do Democrats face chaos in picking a successor?
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What does Kamala Harris’ record show? From California prosecutor to the vice president
Being a vice president historically means being in the shadows. Now, the former California prosecutor is in the spotlight.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom endorses Kamala Harris for president after Joe Biden drops out
The Democrat had emerged as a top possibility to face Donald Trump.
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No! Kentucky pundits, politicos make case against Andy Beshear as VP candidate
“Andy Beshear is definitely an influential big fish in a small pond. I think he would get eaten alive if he moved to the ocean,” one Kentucky Republican said. Numerous Republicans say Gov. Beshear is not ready for a spot on a new Democratic presidential ticket.
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Yes! Why some say Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear would make a great VP candidate
“I know I sound like a ‘drunk on the Kool-Aid supporter,’ but I just think it’s clear that he’s a person that genuinely wants to lead people and isn’t doing it in a selfish way,” one Kentucky Democrat said.
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Biden’s out. Is Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear now a VP candidate?
Kentucky’s popular two-term governor, is likely to be a VP candidate as Dems choose a new top candidate. A Democrat legislator says Andy Beshear “can deliver a message of revitalization, management and hope to the American people like he’s done here in commonwealth.”
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With Biden out of presidential race, Kamala Harris emerges as front-runner with his endorsement
The former California senator runs close to Donald Trump in recent national polls.
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Harris vows to earn nomination after Biden bows out of race, throws support behind her
President Joe Biden wrote that “it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as President for the remainder of my term.”
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Sagardoy to be delegate at Democratic National Convention
Daviess County native Tyler Sagardoy intends to cast a vote for Joe Biden during the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 19-22 in Chicago. Sagardoy was elected to be a 2nd District national convention delegate during the Kentucky Democratic Convention in June at Freedom Hall in Louisville. “I’ve never been to the (national) convention,” said Sagardoy, who lives in Owensboro. “I wanted to ...
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KY Rep. McGarvey calls on Biden to withdraw from 2024 race
The Louisville congressman is the most prominent Democrat in Kentucky to call for the president to step aside.
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Rep. Morgan McGarvey says Biden should not be Democrats' nominee for president
The Louisville congressman released a statement Friday afternoon saying that while a 'good man,' Joe Biden should not be the nominee for president.
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Trump accepts the nomination: RNC final day takeaways
Trump used his speech to recount the assassination attempt on him, saying it would be the only time he does so.
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Felon. Martyr. MAGA unifier: Will assassination attempt change the way people view Trump?
Trump is calling for unity, and seeking to overhaul his image at the Republican National Convention after an attempt on his life.
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Fact-checking RNC Day 4: What Trump, other speakers get right and wrong
The USA TODAY Fact Check Team digs into statements made by Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump and others during the RNC's final night.
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Saying ‘I had God on my side,’ Trump accepts Republican presidential nomination
Donald Trump accepts the Republican Party’s nomination
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John Yarmuth: Gov. Beshear tops potential VP shortlist as Biden weighs 2024 candidacy
Kentucky’s governor is on the list of running mates if Kamala Harris becomes the Democratic presidential nominee, numerous media sources and prominent Democrats say.
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As Republicans officially nominate Trump, Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul still on the sidelines
Kentucky’s junior senator, Rand Paul, has said he wants Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump to address the issues of Liberty voters.
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In KY county where JD Vance has roots, some call him ‘a sellout,’ but others are excited
Registered Democrats far outnumber Republicans in Breathitt County, but many are conservative and vote GOP in national races.
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RNC Day 3 takeaways: JD Vance accepts baton as MAGA heir apparent
JD Vance's heartfelt moment aside, Republicans spent much of the convention's third day leaning into the need for asserting American power.
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Why Hispanic immigrants who support Trump are embracing his hardline border stance
Many Florida Latinos believe Republicans have a better handle on immigration and border security compared to Democrats.
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Beshear for president? How Kentucky's governor is building national recognition
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is taking steps to build his national reputation as President Joe Biden's candidacy is questioned.
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At the RNC, Kentucky delegates say they’re united behind Trump, draw comparisons to Reagan
Kentucky Republican delegates in Milwaukee say they saw glimpses of a different Donald Trump after assassination attempt. Sen. Mitch McConnell and Rep. Andy Barr are in attendance.
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