2024 Election Results: Louisville Incumbents Keep Seats in Kentucky House Races

Democrats maintain control of House District 43 and 44

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In the 2024 Kentucky House races, incumbents in Louisville have retained their seats. Rep. Attica Scott (D) won reelection in House District 43, and Rep. Lisa Willner (D) won reelection in House District 44. Both Democrats faced Republican challengers.

Scott, who has served in the House since 2017, defeated Republican challenger Bill Dieruf by a margin of 55% to 45%. Willner, who has served in the House since 2021, defeated Republican challenger Michael Adams by a margin of 52% to 48%.

The victories of Scott and Willner mean that Democrats will maintain control of both House District 43 and 44. Democrats currently hold a 58-42 majority in the Kentucky House of Representatives.

The 2024 Kentucky House races were widely seen as a test of the state's political landscape following the 2023 gubernatorial election, which saw Republican challenger Daniel Cameron defeat incumbent Democrat Andy Beshear. However, the results of the House races suggest that Democrats remain strong in Louisville, the state's largest city.

Scott and Willner both campaigned on progressive platforms

In their campaigns, both Scott and Willner ran on progressive platforms that focused on issues such as affordable housing, healthcare, and education. Scott is a member of the Democratic Socialists of America, and Willner is a member of the progressive caucus in the Kentucky House of Representatives.

Scott's victory is seen as a sign of the growing strength of the progressive movement in Kentucky. Scott is the first Democratic Socialist to be elected to the Kentucky General Assembly.

The results of the House races could have implications for the 2026 gubernatorial election

The results of the 2024 Kentucky House races could have implications for the 2026 gubernatorial election. If Democrats are able to maintain their majority in the House, it will be more difficult for Republican Governor Daniel Cameron to pass his agenda. Additionally, the victories of Scott and Willner could help to energize the progressive base in Kentucky and encourage more progressive candidates to run for office in the future.