State of the race: GOP backs Comer for Kentucky governor as Dems must choose Beshear allies

U.S. Rep. James Comer appears to be the favorite to win the Republican nomination in next year’s Kentucky governor race before he’s even announced he’s running. Meanwhile, Democrats must decide between Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman and former Democratic House leader Rocky Adkins.

By: McKenna Horsley

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: August 6, 2026

Words: 1,290

Last Updated: 1 week, 6 days ago

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U.S. Rep. James Comer appears to be the favorite to win the Republican nomination in next year’s Kentucky governor race before he’s even announced he’s running.

A plane flew over the Fancy Farm Picnic in West Kentucky Saturday saying, “Run, Comer, Run.” Most Republicans used their remarks at party events and the picnic to suggest Comer should seek the governorship — including Secretary of State Michael Adams, who had been considering a run …

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