NKY General Election Results: A Comprehensive Look

Introduction

The 2024 NKY General Election took place on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024. Voters in Northern Kentucky cast their ballots for a variety of local, state, and federal offices, including the U.S. House of Representatives, the Kentucky State Senate, and the Kenton County Fiscal Court.

Local Races

Kenton County Judge/Executive

Incumbent Kenton County Judge/Executive Kris Knochelmann (R) defeated challenger Sarah Leary (D) by a margin of 55% to 45%. Knochelmann will serve a second four-year term in office.

Kenton County Fiscal Court

Republicans maintained control of the Kenton County Fiscal Court, winning five of the seven seats up for election. The two Democratic incumbents who won re-election were Bill Ferguson and Gabe Summe.

State Races

Kentucky State Senate

In the Kentucky State Senate, Republicans gained two seats, giving them a 22-16 majority. Democrats won the other four seats up for election.

Kentucky House of Representatives

Republicans also gained two seats in the Kentucky House of Representatives, giving them a 62-38 majority. Democrats won the other six seats up for election.

Federal Races

U.S. House of Representatives

In the U.S. House of Representatives, incumbent Congressman Brett Guthrie (R) defeated challenger Amy McGrath (D) by a margin of 52% to 48%. Guthrie will serve a sixth term in office.

Conclusion

The 2024 NKY General Election saw Republicans make gains in both the state legislature and the U.S. House of Representatives. Democrats, however, held onto their majorities in the Kenton County Fiscal Court and the Kentucky State Senate.