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Barr wins McConnell’s open Senate seat in Kentucky

Barr wins McConnell’s open Senate seat in Kentucky

Summary

Rep. Andy Barr is projected to win Kentucky’s open U.S. Senate seat, according to preliminary results from Decision Desk HQ. He would succeed retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell after defeating former Kentucky state Rep. Charles Booker.

Key Facts

  • Andy Barr is a Republican representative from Kentucky.
  • Decision Desk HQ projected Barr to win the open Senate seat based on preliminary results.
  • Barr defeated former Kentucky state representative Charles Booker, a Democrat.
  • The seat is open because Sen. Mitch McConnell is retiring.
  • Decision Desk HQ is The Hill’s election partner.
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