Rep. Andy Barr Running to Succeed Sen. Mitch McConnell
By 270toWin Staff
April 23, 2025, 9:46 AM ET
Rep. Andy Barr (KY-06) announced Tuesday that he is running to succeed long-time Sen. Mitch McConnell, who is retiring at the end of this term.
The winner of next year's GOP primary will be a heavy favorite in November. Barr's entry to the race pits him against former Attorney General Daniel Cameron. Others may enter the still developing campaign.
Cameron lost a 2023 run for governor to the incumbent Democrat, Andy Bashear.
Barr is completing his 7th term in the U.S. House. He was reelected by a 27% margin in 2024.
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