Rep. James Comer (R-KY) is preparing to launch a bid for Governor of Kentucky.
“I plan on running for governor in 2027,” Comer said on Thursday, according to The Daily Independent.
“It’s not official yet; it will probably be official somewhere around December,” he added.
REPORT: Rep. James Comer is signaling he is laying the groundwork for a run for Kentucky governor in 2027, telling a local newspaper he plans to pursue the office and expects to launch a formal campaign later this year, according to a report. MORE: https://t.co/HlLHbhXB0v pic.twitter.com/c7oQW1mDjG
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More from The Daily Independent:
Rep. Comer, R-Tompkinsville, made rounds in northeast Kentucky Thursday morning, including stops in Boyd, Greenup and Carter counties. He was at the Greenup County Courthouse Square around 11 a.m.
“I am touring Kentucky,” Comer said. “Obviously I’m way outside of my district. The governor’s race is in 2027 and I’m very interested in that race. …
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