Outgoing Senate president reflects on his loss and the future — for himself and the Legislature

By: Katie McKellar

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: July 22, 2026

Words: 2,534

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago

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After eight years as serving as one of Utah’s most powerful Republican state leaders, Utah Senate President Stuart Adams unexpectedly lost his primary.

After the upcoming November election, Utah Senate Republicans will hold a closed-door caucus meeting to vote on who will take Adams’ place.

In a recent interview with Utah News Dispatch, Adams reflected on his time as president, his primary loss and his message to Senate Republicans as he prepares …

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