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LIVE RESULTS | The votes are coming in, here are how the races of Kentucky’s state representatives are shaping up
LIVE RESULTS | The votes are coming in, here are how the races of Kentucky’s state representatives are shaping up from

Kentucky’s State Representative Race Results Start Pouring In

The Kentuckian Midterm Election Race is Currently Live

As Kentuckians headed to the polls yesterday, the highly anticipated midterm race for state representatives got off to an exciting start across the state yesterday. With results starting to trickle in, here’s a look at how some of the key races are shaping up:

HD 1: Democrat Incumbent Wins by a Landslide

Incumbent Democrat Morgan McGarvey has won a resounding victory in House District 1, defeating Republican challenger Ryan Fenwick by a margin of 65% to 35%. McGarvey, who has held the seat since 2019, campaigned on a platform of affordable healthcare, education, and economic development.

HD 2: Republican Challenger Upsets Incumbent Democrat

In a major upset, Republican challenger Savannah Maddox has defeated incumbent Democrat Attica Scott in House District 2. Maddox, a political newcomer, ran on a platform of lower taxes, smaller government, and school choice. Her victory marks a significant shift in the district, which has been held by Democrats for over a decade.

HD 3: Tight Race in Central Kentucky

The race in House District 3 remains too close to call, with Republican challenger Rachel Roberts leading incumbent Democrat Jim Wayne by just 52% to 48%, with several precincts yet to report. Roberts, a former school board member, has campaigned on a platform of education reform and job creation. Wayne, a veteran legislator, has emphasized his experience and commitment to serving the community.

HD 4: Republican Incumbent Cruises to Victory

Republican incumbent Jason Nemes has won re-election in House District 4, defeating Democratic challenger Bill Adkins by a margin of 58% to 42%. Nemes, who has held the seat since 2017, campaigned on a platform of fiscal conservatism and support for law enforcement. Adkins, a former teacher, ran on a platform of increased funding for education and healthcare.

HD 5: Democratic Incumbent Wins Close Race

Incumbent Democrat Denny Butler has won re-election in House District 5, defeating Republican challenger Scott Sharp by a margin of 51% to 49%. Butler, who has held the seat since 2015, campaigned on a platform of affordable healthcare, education, and economic development. Sharp, a businessman, ran on a platform of lower taxes, smaller government, and school choice.