As Kentucky’s 6th District House race primary approaches, will Trump effect be in play?

By: Sarah Ladd

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: May 11, 2026

Words: 1,121

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Kentuckians in the 6th Congressional District will soon choose the candidates they want to face off in the general election this November and primary candidates are making their final pitches ahead of the May 19 primary.

A few boosts to the Republican base in the form of endorsements from President Donald Trump could motivate voters on both sides of the political aisle, experts say.

The president endorsed Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Barr, who …

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