KY-05 Republican nominee?
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MAY 20, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleU.S. Army veteran
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
LocationKentucky
BackgroundU.S. Army veteran
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EducationPhelps High School
Notable personal detailsBenjamin Lee Ruvolo-Hurley is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in Kentucky’s 5th Congressional District (2026). He is from Phelps, Kentucky, and served in the U.S. Army, including with 1st Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division. He has described his campaign focus as rebuilding opportunity in Eastern Kentucky, including infrastructure, jobs, and drug-abuse solutions.
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Positions
Healthcare
The candidate emphasizes expanding access to addiction treatment and mental health support and says improving healthcare access in Eastern Kentucky is a priority, but does not state a clear position on broader federal policies such as the Affordable Care Act, a public option, Medicare expansion, or private-market reforms.
Climate & Energy
Supports an "all-of-the-above" energy strategy prioritizing energy independence and protection of coal and natural gas jobs while endorsing investment in cleaner and more efficient technologies. Emphasizes energy production as national security and economic growth for Eastern Kentucky.
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