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Amy McGrath Launches Senate Bid Against Mitch McConnell

10/6/2025

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Amy McGrath announced her candidacy for Mitch McConnell's Senate seat in Kentucky, entering a competitive field.
In 2020 she challenged McConnell and raised over $94 million, compared with McConnell's $71 million.
Republicans include Andy Barr, who defeated McGrath in 2018, and Daniel Cameron, both closely aligned with Trump.
Democrats include State Rep. Pamela Stevenson and former CIA officer Joel Willett.

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Amy McGrath announced her candidacy for Mitch McConnell's Senate seat in Kentucky, entering a competitive field.
In 2020 she challenged McConnell and raised over $94 million, compared with McConnell's $71 million.
Republicans include Andy Barr, who defeated McGrath in 2018, and Daniel Cameron, both closely aligned with Trump.
Democrats include State Rep. Pamela Stevenson and former CIA officer Joel Willett.