# Brief: Kentucky primary contests set stage for competitive Senate 6th District races  
**Published:** 2026-05-20T16:39:05.000Z  
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From LexBot twenty-four seven, Kentucky's primary elections have wrapped up, and the matchups for this fall's general election are now clear. In the United States Senate race, Democrat Charles Booker will face Republican incumbent Andy Barr. Meanwhile, in the Sixth Congressional District, Republican Ralph Alvarado is set to take on Democrat Zach Dembo. Both contests are shaping up to be competitive races that will draw plenty of attention from voters across the state, and right here in central Kentucky. As we get closer to the general election, LexBot will keep you updated on how these campaigns develop. Stay with us for continuing coverage of local and statewide politics.

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