Democrat Rocky Adkins enters Kentucky governor race as GOP backs Rep. James Comer
The gist
Former Kentucky House Democratic leader Rocky Adkins entered the 2027 governor race, later building a dominant fundraising lead.
The race is forming ahead of the 2026 midterms, with Beshear allies facing Comer.
How it unfolded
- Jul 21, 2026Democrat Rocky Adkins, a former Democratic leader in the Kentucky House and senior advisor to Gov. Andy Beshear, officially enters the Kentucky governor race.
- Aug 6, 2026The GOP backs U.S. Rep. James Comer for Kentucky governor as Democrats must choose Beshear allies; Comer appears to be the favorite to win the nomination.
- Oct 13, 2026Rocky Adkins builds a dominant fundraising lead in the 2027 Kentucky governor's race.