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The article reports that two Democrats, Logan Forsythe and joel Willett, have entered the race to fill retiring Republican Senator mitch mcconnell’s seat in Kentucky, running as political outsiders alongside Democratic state Rep. Pamela Stevenson. Forsythe, a former Secret Service agent and attorney from rural Kentucky, emphasizes his working-class roots<\/a> and personal hardships, including growing up in poverty and working in tobacco fields. His campaign focuses on representing ordinary Kentuckians rather than career politicians. Willett,an ex-CIA officer turned businessman,also highlights his humble background and challenges,including opioid addiction in his community,and is motivated by opposition to actions taken by the Trump administration. The Republican primary is shaping up as a competitive race between Rep. Andy Barr, former Attorney General Daniel Cameron, and businessman Nate Morris, all seeking former President Trump’s endorsement. Kentucky’s primary election<\/a> will be held on May 19, 2026, with the general Senate election on November 3, 2026.

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