# Charles Booker

> Charles Booker is a former Kentucky state representative who ran for U.S. Senate in 2020 and 2022. He is the Democratic nominee for the open Senate seat vacated by retiring Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.

## Key facts

- Party: Democratic
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- Current office: Former Kentucky State Representative
- State: KY
- Race: Kentucky Senate 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: Louisville, KY
- Race rating: Safe Republican
- Campaign website: https://www.bookerforsenate.com

## Biography

Charles Booker was born in Louisville, Kentucky. He earned his B.A. from Western Kentucky University and his J.D. from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law. He served in the Kentucky House of Representatives from 2019 to 2021. He ran in the 2020 Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, narrowly losing to Amy McGrath. He ran again in 2022, losing to Republican Rand Paul.

## Background

- Education: B.A., Western Kentucky University; J.D., University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law
- Professional background: Former Kentucky state representative (2019–2021); Attorney
- Public service: Kentucky House of Representatives (2019–2021)

## Opponents in this race

- [Andy Barr](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/andy-barr-ky-2026.md) — Republican

## Sources

- Booker looks to flip Senate seat considered solidly Republican — Spectrum News 1: https://spectrumnews1.com/ky/louisville/news/2026/05/21/booker-barr-senate-
- Charles Booker — Ballotpedia: https://ballotpedia.org/Charles_Booker

Last updated: 2026-06-15T20:04:40.945Z

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Source: Transparency Report — https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/charles-booker-ky-2026
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