Andy Barr

Republican

Andy Barr, a Republican U.S. representative from Kentucky, entered the 2026 Senate race after serving in the House. In early April 2026 polling, he led the Republican primary field and was described by pollsters as the candidate most associated with support for the Trump administration's agenda.

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Background

Career History

U.S. Representative 2013 – Present

U.S. House of Representatives, Kentucky's 6th Congressional District

Represents Kentucky's 6th District in Congress.

Deputy general counsel

Office of Kentucky Gov. Ernie Fletcher

Served in the Fletcher administration.

Attorney

Private practice

Worked as an attorney before entering Congress.

Legislative assistant

Office of Rep. Jim Talent

Worked in congressional staff roles early in his career.

Part-time law professor

Morehead State University

Taught law part time.

Education

Henry Clay High School High school diploma

University of Virginia Bachelor's degree in Government and philosophy

University of Kentucky College of Law J.D. in Law (2001)

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