Overview

• Kentucky's Republican primary has become a contest over who can claim to be the most conservative candidate to take on Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear.
• The leading candidates, Kelly Craft, Daniel Cameron and Ryan Quarles, share similar views on issues like abortion and gun rights.
• Donald Trump has endorsed Cameron for the nomination, while Craft has dominated advertising using her wealth.
• The winner will face Beshear, who is expected to easily win the Democratic primary, in November.
• The outcome of the governor's race will be closely watched as a signal for the 2024 election, when Senate control will depend on Democrats winning in red states.