Trump clears the field for Andy Barr in Kentucky Senate race
President Donald Trump endorsed Rep. Andy Barr in the Kentucky Senate race, urging rival Nate Morris to step aside in favor of a future ambassadorship. Morris, a strong MAGA-aligned candidate backed by figures like Elon Musk, quickly endorsed Barr following Trump's announcement. Barr will face Daniel Cameron in the GOP primary, with Trump's support making him the clear favorite in the Republican-leaning state.
- ▪President Donald Trump endorsed Andy Barr for the Kentucky Senate race on Truth Social.
- ▪Trump offered Nate Morris an ambassadorship in exchange for stepping aside from the race.
- ▪Nate Morris, who had support from Elon Musk and Charlie Kirk, endorsed Barr after Trump's announcement.
- ▪Barr will face Daniel Cameron in the May 19 Republican primary.
- ▪Senator Mitch McConnell, a Trump critic, is retiring after holding the Kentucky seat since 1985.
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President Donald Trump cleared the way for Rep. Andy Barr (R-KY) in the Kentucky Senate race, bestowing a coveted endorsement and asking chief rival Nate Morris to step aside. In two posts on Truth Social, Trump commended both candidates, but said he was endorsing Barr and offering Morris an ambassadorship instead. Recommended Stories Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announces special redistricting session Brian Kemp rules out Georgia redistricting before midterm elections Democrats worry left-leaning nominees could undercut favorable midterm map after Mills exit in Maine “Andy is the only Candidate who will easily defeat the Democrat in what will be one of the most important Elections in American History. He will help ensure Victory against these Radical Left, Country Destroying, THUGS.
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