Why Sen. Evan Vickers, of southern Utah, wants to be the state’s next Senate president

By: Katie McKellar

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: July 20, 2026

Words: 886

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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Senate President Stuart Adams’ unexpected primary loss sent shockwaves through the Legislature, leaving a leadership void that Senate Republicans will decide how to fill — but not until a closed-door caucus election after the November general election.

Even though those leadership elections are roughly five months away, one longtime senator is already making it known he’ll be vying to take Adams’ place: Sen. Evan Vickers, R-Cedar City, who served as Adams’ second, …

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