Traders give James Comer about a 82.5% chance. Rick Hardin follows at 5.1%, Thomas Massie follows at 4.8%, and Nate Morris follows at 4.2%. Compare prices from Kalshi and Polymarket. The largest cross-platform price difference is 2.9 percentage points.
James Comer is the U.S. Representative for Kentucky's 1st Congressional District and Chair of the House Oversight Committee. He previously served as Kentucky's Commissioner of Agriculture from 2012 to 2016. As Chair of the House Oversight Committee, Comer leads investigations into federal government operations and advocates for reducing government waste, fraud, and abuse.
About Rick Hardin
Rick Hardin is the Commonwealth's Attorney for Kentucky's 46th Judicial Circuit, encompassing Breckinridge, Grayson, and Meade counties. He was first elected to this position in 2018 and re-elected without opposition in 2024. Hardin has filed to run for governor in the 2027 election, making him the first official Republican candidate in the race.
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Primary Rule
If Thomas Massie wins the nomination for the Republican Party to contest the 2027 Kentucky Governorship, then the market resolves to Yes.
This market is eligible for accelerated determination after a consensus of media organizations project the winner. See full rules for details.
If the nominee is not listed, every market resolves to No.
This market will resolve according to the winner of the Republican nomination to contest the Kentucky governorship in 2027. The Republican primary is scheduled to take place on May 18, 2027.
If no nominee is announced by November 2, 2027, 11:59PM ET, this market will resolve to "Other".
The resolution source for this market will be the first official announcement of the results from the Kentucky Republican Party; however, an overwhelming consensus of credible reporting may suffice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What determines the resolution of this market?
The market resolves when the Republican nominee for Governor of Kentucky is officially determined following the primary election. This outcome is based on the votes cast during the primary.
How do odds change in this market?
Odds fluctuate based on candidate polling, endorsements, and campaign developments leading up to the primary election. Significant events, such as debates or major endorsements, can impact trader sentiment.
When does trading close for this market?
Trading is scheduled to close on May 19, 2027, which is the deadline for this market. However, the actual nomination may be decided earlier during the primary election.
What does the Kentucky Republican Governor nominee prediction market track?
The outcomes listed above show how traders are pricing this question. Compare outcome prices from Kalshi, Polymarket in one place. Each price reflects the market’s implied probability, not a guaranteed result.
What are the latest Kentucky Republican Governor nominee odds?
The latest available prices are James Comer: 82.0¢ on Kalshi, 83.0¢ on Polymarket; Rick Hardin: 4.5¢ on Kalshi, 5.8¢ on Polymarket; Thomas Massie: 4.0¢ on Kalshi, 5.5¢ on Polymarket; Nate Morris: 4.0¢ on Kalshi, 4.3¢ on Polymarket. Prices are quoted in cents per $1 share. Check the venue for executable prices and available liquidity.