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Democrats have selected Cindy Holscher as their candidate to face Republican nominee Ty Masterson in the November 3 general election for Kansas governor. The race follows the term limit of Governor Laura Kelly, with Republicans seeking to reclaim the governorship. The primary also included a constitutional amendment proposal to elect Supreme Court justices directly instead of through the current appointment system.

Democrats selected Cindy Holscher as their candidate to challenge Republican Ty Masterson in Kansas' November 3 governor's race. The election follows Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly's term limit and a competitive primary process with multiple candidates on both sides. A constitutional amendment to elect Kansas Supreme Court justices directly was also on the primary ballot.

Cindy Holscher is projected to win the Democratic primary for Kansas governor, defeating Ethan Corson and Curt Skoog. Corson was backed by Laura Kelly.

Republican voters in Kansas selected Ty Masterson as their gubernatorial nominee for the November election to succeed term-limited Gov. Laura Kelly. The primary highlighted conservative issues and a constitutional amendment to elect Supreme Court justices directly.

Republican voters in Kansas selected Ty Masterson as their gubernatorial nominee to challenge the Democratic candidate in November. The race aims to succeed term-limited Gov. Laura Kelly, with Republicans seeking to reclaim the governor's mansion and Democrats hoping to retain control. The primary also addressed a Republican-backed constitutional amendment to change how Supreme Court justices are elected.

Ty Masterson, endorsed by President Trump as the candidate for Kansas governor, is projected to win the Republican primary and advance to the general election. He defeated five other GOP candidates in the race.

Republicans aim to flip the Kansas governor's seat in the primaries as Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly, term-limited, cannot run. President Trump endorsed Ty Masterson for the GOP primary, with Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab and Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt also mentioned in the race.

Kansas Republicans will hold a primary to select a gubernatorial candidate amid a 60-year pattern of alternating party control of the governor's office. The race includes candidates endorsed by Donald Trump, while Democrats face competitive primaries for governor and U.S. Senate. A constitutional amendment to allow direct election of state Supreme Court justices will also be considered.

Kansas Republicans aim to retake the governor's office in a primary with multiple candidates, including Ty Masterson and Philip Sarnecki, while Democrats face competitive races for governor and U.S. Senate. The primary also includes a constitutional amendment proposal for direct election of state Supreme Court justices.

Kansas voters will decide whether to elect Supreme Court justices instead of having them appointed by the governor. Republicans support the change to shift the court rightward, citing issues like abortion and school funding, while Democrats and the current governor oppose it, warning of increased partisanship. A recent court ruling reinstating a mail ballot grace period and blocking a ban on gender-affirming care for minors has intensified the debate.

Kansas voters will decide whether to elect Supreme Court justices instead of having them appointed by the governor. Republicans aim to shift the court to the right by electing conservative justices, citing disputes over rulings on abortion, school funding, and other issues. Opponents, including Governor Laura Kelly, warn the change could increase partisan influence in the judiciary.

Kansas voters will decide on a constitutional amendment to elect Supreme Court justices instead of having them appointed by the governor. Republicans, including Senate President Ty Masterson, argue this shift is needed due to disagreements over rulings on issues like abortion, school funding, and gender-affirming care for minors. Opponents, including Governor Laura Kelly, warn the change could increase partisan influence and judicial independence concerns.

Kansas voters will decide on a constitutional amendment to elect Supreme Court justices instead of gubernatorial appointments. Republicans aim to shift the court rightward by electing conservative justices, citing disagreements over rulings on abortion, school funding, and gender-affirming care for minors. The measure faces opposition from Governor Laura Kelly, who warns it could politicize the judiciary.

Kansas's in-state tuition law for undocumented high school graduates faces challenges from GOP legislators and federal lawsuits. The Trump administration is suing states with similar laws, and a federal judge recently struck down Nebraska's equivalent policy. Kansas Governor Laura Kelly vetoed a bill to repeal the law, but Republican leaders warn the state could face legal action.

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly vetoed a bill promoting daily recess and physical fitness in schools, citing existing efforts by the State Board of Education. The bill, which aimed to improve student health, became entangled in political debates over pesticide regulations after amendments protected manufacturers from stricter state labeling requirements.