The race to replace retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) is shaping up to be one of the most brutal Republican primaries of 2026.Just days after McConnell’s announcement, three prominent names—former state Attorney General Daniel Cameron (R), Rep. Andy Barr (R-KY), and businessman Nate Morris (R)—are already at each other’s throats. .memberful-global-teaser-content p:last-child{ -webkit-mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); } Join now to continue reading.Members get exclusive analysis, bonus features and no advertising. Learn more.If you’re already a member, sign in to your account.