Megachurch Pastor Adam Hamilton Wins Democratic Senate Primary in Kansas
The Rev. Adam Hamilton, pastor of the largest United Methodist church in the U.S., has won the Democratic Senate primary in Kansas. Hamilton, who leads a church with over 24,000 members, secured nearly 35% of the vote, defeating four other challengers. He will face incumbent Republican Sen. Roger Marshall in the general election. Hamilton's campaign focuses on making life more affordable and addressing issues like tariffs, healthcare access, and immigration policies. His candidacy is part of a broader trend of clergy entering politics, motivated by perceived discrepancies between their faith and the actions of the Trump administration.