In the recent election held on Tuesday, former President Donald Trump secured a significant victory in Kentucky, marking his third consecutive win in the state and gaining an additional eight electoral votes. Since Democrat Bill Clinton won Kentucky in 1996, Trump has consistently triumphed there in every subsequent presidential election.

One of the key figures in Kentucky’s Republican landscape, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, had previously described Trump as “morally responsible” for the Capitol insurrection on January 6, 2021. However, McConnell has since shifted his stance and publicly supported Trump’s campaign as he seeks to reclaim the presidency. Their collaboration during Trump’s presidency was highlighted by their joint efforts in passing a major tax cuts legislation and confirming three conservative justices to the Supreme Court.

The results from Kentucky were officially announced at 7:00 p.m. EST, with the news indicating once again Trump’s strong influence and ongoing support within the state’s Republican base.