President Trump has endorsed Rep. Andy Barr (R-KY) in the U.S. Senate race to fill the seat currently held by Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY).
“Proven Political Winner Andy Barr is running for the United States Senate in the Great Commonwealth of Kentucky, a place I love and WON BIG, six times, including Primaries, in 2016, 2020, and 2024!” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
“I know Andy well, and he is always a Vote we can count on because he knows what it takes to GET THINGS DONE and, MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! I Endorsed Andy years ago, in his first Race, and all others, for Congress, and he never let me down — He is a 100% solid American Patriot! Andy Barr is a Strong Supporter of TERMINATING THE FILIBUSTER, before the Democrats do it (which they will, on Day One, if they get control of the U.S. Senate!). He will do everything in his power to get it done. It is desperately needed by the Republican Party to pass the SAVE AMERICA ACT, and all other things necessary for a strong and brilliant Country!” Trump continued.
“In the Senate, Andy will fight tirelessly to Grow our Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Champion the Interests of our Amazing Farmers and Ranchers, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Unleash American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our Border SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, Safeguard our Elections, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment,” he added.
“Andy is the only Candidate who will easily defeat the Democrat in what will be one of the most important Elections in American History. He will help ensure Victory against these Radical Left, Country Destroying, THUGS. Andy Barr has my Complete and Total Endorsement to be the next United States Senator from Kentucky – HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!” Trump concluded.
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Barr is joined in the race by former Attorney General Daniel Cameron and Lexington tech entrepreneur Nate Morris. All three have sought to tie themselves to Trump and his policies.
Trump’s leanings, and reports on his leanings, have not always translated into endorsements. Earlier this year, Trump was reportedly leaning toward picking Texas Sen. John Cornyn over Ken Paxton, the state’s attorney general, in their heated primary. That never materialized.
Support for Cornyn versus Paxton tracks somewhat with support for Barr versus Morris. Like Cornyn, Barr has spent a much longer career in Washington and has gained the backing of many of his colleagues. Like Paxton, Morris, a first-time candidate who has largely self-funded, has garnered endorsements from prominent conservative organizations like CPAC and Turning Point USA. Morris launched his campaign alongside late Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.
At a March rally in Northern Kentucky, Trump gave a shoutout on stage to all three candidates. The primary political purpose of that rally was to support Ed Gallrein, Trump’s pick against 4th Congressional District Rep. Thomas Massie, who has stood up against Trump on a variety of issues.
Though the comments were brief, some viewed it as a sign Trump would not pick between one of the three leading candidates.
No polling on the race has been released in nearly a month, but Barr led in the most recent poll from Emerson College and TV station FOX56. That survey had Barr with 28%, Cameron with 21% and Morris at 15%.
Meanwhile, Trump said he asked Morris to drop out of the race and offered him a position in his administration.
“I had a great meeting with Mr. Nate Morris, of Kentucky, yesterday. Nate is a terrific businessman and strong MAGA Warrior. I will be making an Endorsement for U.S. Senate in Kentucky shortly, but I’ve asked Nate to step aside from that Race to take a role in my Administration as an Ambassador,” Trump said.
“Nate is Oxford educated, tough as nails, LOVES our Great Nation, and will represent the United States very well, overseas, or otherwise. He has a great future in politics, or anything else he chooses to do. We will be announcing Nate’s new role soon. Stay tuned for my important Endorsement for Senate in Kentucky. It will be a big one, and straight from the heart. Republicans must win the Senate!” he added.
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“When President Trump asks you to serve your nation, you answer the call. I am incredibly proud to be a part of the Trump Administration, representing Kentucky and America on the global stage and fighting for the America First agenda,” Morris said.
When President Trump asks you to serve your nation, you answer the call.
I am incredibly proud to be a part of the Trump Administration, representing Kentucky and America on the global stage and fighting for the America First agenda. pic.twitter.com/VF9SbgVL1o
— Nate Morris (@NateMorris) May 1, 2026
WHAS11 noted:
President Trump has been keen on Republican candidate Andy Barr, whom Morris is now endorsing.