Michael Adams Declines Governor Race, Backs Surprise Candidate
August 1, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via The Courier-Journal

Michael Adams has decided against running for governor in Kentucky, instead throwing his support behind an unexpected candidate. The move reshapes the state's political landscape and signals shifting dynamics within the state GOP. Adams' endorsement carries weight in Kentucky politics, and his choice of successor reveals strategic calculations about which candidate can best advance conservative principles and win in November. Read more about this...