May 20, 2026
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Booker Wins Ky. Dem Primary

Charles Booker wins Kentucky Democratic Senate primary, defeating Amy McGrath.

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May 20, 2026 · 1:12 AM1 min readSource: The Hill
Booker Wins Ky. Dem Primary

Charles Booker is projected to win the Kentucky Democratic Senate primary, defeating Amy McGrath. The primary is to succeed retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell. Booker's victory comes six years after McGrath narrowly defeated him in the primary for the seat.

Primary Election

The victory came after a primary race between Booker and McGrath, a retired Marine fighter pilot. In their previous primary race six years ago, McGrath won with 45 percent of the vote, narrowly defeating Booker.

Key points

  • Charles Booker is projected to win the Kentucky Democratic Senate primary.
  • Booker defeated Amy McGrath in the primary.
  • The primary is to succeed retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell.

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