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KY Lt. Gov. Coleman Announces Run for Governor

KY Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman (D)
KY Governor's Office
KY Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman (D)

Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman (D) has officially declared her candidacy for governor

Kentucky’s Lieutenant Governor is looking to move up. WNIN’s John Gibson has details:

Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman has officially declared her candidacy to become the next governor of Kentucky.

In a campaign video, the Democrat touted her education experience:

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Coleman says she’s spent the last two years meeting with Kentuckians, asking them what they are looking for in their next governor.

She says it’s crystal clear: they want someone who will show up, listen and focus on the issues that truly matter to Kentucky families.

Coleman is the first candidate from either major party to announce a 2027 run.

Incumbent Gov. Andy Beshear is not eligible to run for a third consecutive term.

He is seen as a potential presidential candidate in 2028.