Who's Running 2028
Updated June 24, 2026
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2028 Republican primary in Kentucky

Kentucky will hold a 2028 Republican primary or caucus to award its share of delegates. The official 2028 date is not set yet, but here is how Kentucky fits the race.

Kentucky at a glance

  • Electoral votes8
  • RegionSouth
  • CapitalFrankfort
  • General-election leanSafe Republican
  • Calendar positionMid-to-late (not set)

See the Kentucky general-election outlook.

The Republican field

The candidates Kentucky Republican voters would choose among:

Full field and process on the 2028 Republican primary hub.

Quick answers

Kentucky 2028 Republican primary FAQ

When is the 2028 Republican primary in Kentucky?
The official 2028 date has not been set. Kentucky typically votes after the early states, often around Super Tuesday or later. Check back as the calendar is confirmed.
Who is running in the 2028 Republican primary?
As of June 2026 no candidate has formally declared. The most-discussed Republican contenders include JD Vance, Marco Rubio, Ron DeSantis, Dan Greaney.
How many delegates does Kentucky have?
Exact 2028 delegate counts are set by the Republican National Committee (RNC) closer to the election. As a rough guide, larger states like Kentucky (8 electoral votes) carry more delegates than smaller ones.