Kentucky Democratic Senator Switches To GOP: ‘Party Left Me’

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is facing new challenges as a Democrat in a deep-red state, especially after State Senator Robin Webb switched parties from Democrat to Republican.

Webb, citing the national Democratic Party’s leftward shift and its disconnect with rural, working-class values, said the party no longer reflects her constituents. Her departure marks a symbolic blow to Democrats in a historically union-strong region now trending Republican.

Though Beshear remains popular—winning reelection in 2023 and being floated as a 2028 presidential contender—Trump’s increasing dominance in Kentucky underscores the uphill battle Democrats face. Despite this, Beshear continues to position himself as a moderate, launching a podcast to emphasize common ground over partisanship, and stating he may consider a future presidential run if it helps unify the country.

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