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Andy Barr announces run for U.S. Senate seat in 2026

RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Republican Congressman Andy Barr has officially launched his campaign for U.S. Senate, announcing his candidacy for Senator Mitch McConnell’s seat during a campaign stop in Richmond. McConnell, previously announced he will not seek re-election in 2026. Barr, who currently represents Kentucky’s Sixth Congressional District, including Lexington, also released a campaign launch video on…

RICHMOND, Ky. (ABC 36 NEWS NOW) — Republican Congressman Andy Barr has officially launched his campaign for U.S. Senate, announcing his candidacy for Senator Mitch McConnell’s seat during a campaign stop in Richmond.

McConnell, previously announced he will not seek re-election in 2026.