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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 3, 2026Miami-Dade

Kansas voters head to polls for primary elections featuring governor, U.S. Senate, and judicial ballot measure

Kansas voters are participating in primary elections Tuesday to narrow fields for governor, U.S. Senate, and other state offices, while also considering a constitutional amendment to allow direct election of state Supreme Court justices. The primary includes competitive races for both parties, with Republicans seeking to reclaim the governor's office and Democrats aiming to maintain their hold. The Associated Press will track results across multiple contests, including U.S. House seats and the state Board of Education.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of these primaries will determine the candidates for the 2026 general election and decide whether the state constitution is amended to change how Supreme Court justices are selected.

Key Facts

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Who's Mentioned

personEthan Corson“Democratic gubernatorial candidate”personPatrick Schmidt“Democratic U.S. Senate candidate”personErik Murray“Democratic U.S. Senate candidate”personCindy Holscher“Democratic gubernatorial candidate”personCurt Skoog“Democratic gubernatorial candidate”personJoy Eakins“Sarnecki's running mate”personTy Masterson“Republican gubernatorial candidate”personAdam Hamilton“Democratic U.S. Senate candidate”personVicki Schmidt“Republican gubernatorial candidate”personArch Naramore“Republican U.S. Senate challenger”personKris Kobach“Former Secretary of State”personRoger Marshall“Republican incumbent”personSandy Spidel Neumann“Democratic U.S. Senate candidate”personNoah Taylor“Democratic U.S. Senate candidate”personScott Schwab“Republican gubernatorial candidate”personLaura Kelly“Term-limited Democratic governor”personPhilip Sarnecki“Republican gubernatorial candidate”personCharlotte O’Hara“Republican gubernatorial candidate”personChristy Davis“Democratic U.S. Senate candidate”personDonald Trump“Endorsed candidates in Republican primaries”