The Commonwealth of Kentucky's 2024 election results reflect key shifts in the political landscape, both locally and nationwide. As part of a strong national showing for Republicans, President Trump won Kentucky with 65% of the vote, an increase from 2020. Every county swung further in his favor, underscoring the state’s deepening Republican alignment. Republicans also maintained a wide margin in the Kentucky State Legislature, signaling stability in local governance.
In a historic turn for Kentucky’s judiciary, Judge Pamela R. Goodwine became the Commonwealth’s first African American Supreme Court Justice, winning the 5th District seat with 77% of the vote. Judge Goodwine will join Chief Justice Debra Hembree Lambert, who will take over in January 2025.
The state’s legislative results were largely predictable, with Republicans preserving wide majorities in both the House and Senate. However, Kentucky Democrats did score a win, flipping Lexington’s 45th Representative District. Democrat Adam Moore’s narrow 131-vote victory marked one of the few bright spots for the party, demonstrating the potential for competitive races in suburban regions.
Kentucky’s voters also weighed in on two ballot measures with significant policy implications. They passed Amendment 1, which prohibits non-citizens from voting in state elections, joining seven other states with similar measures. However, voters rejected Amendment 2, which sought to allow public funding for private and charter schools, echoing ongoing debates about school funding and educational choice.
For a full breakdown and analysis of Kentucky’s 2024 General Election outcomes, read the full article here.
