Leawood Pastor Adam Hamilton Enters Kansas U.S. Senate Race as Democrat to Challenge Roger Marshall Adam Hamilton, the pastor of the largest United Methodist Church in the United States, officially announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate on April 30, 2026, in Prairie Village, Kansas. The announcement marked a significant shift for the Resurrection Methodist Church leader, who had previously hinted at running as an independent candidate but ultimately chose to join the Democratic primary race against incumbent Republican Sen. Roger Marshall. Hamilton’s decision to run as a Democrat comes amid a crowded field of Democratic contenders, with at least eight candidates vying to replace Marshall, who has held the Senate seat since 2015. Hamilton’s campaign is rooted in his experience as a church leader, emphasizing the importance of bridging political divides and addressing pressing issues facing Kansans. During his announcement event at Harmon Park in Prairie Village, he spoke about the challenges of modern politics, including rising living costs, limited access to healthcare in rural areas, and the impact of tariffs and government shutdowns. “Instead of solving our big problems, it feels like our politicians are fighting one another trying to score political points,” he said. “Instead of making things better, it feels like often they’re making things worse.” The pastor’s candidacy has already drawn attention from political opponents. The Kansas Republican Party filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) alleging that Hamilton improperly used church resources to promote his campaign.#kansas #adam_hamilton #resurrection_methodist_church #roger_marshall #federal_election_commission
