Promoting Boyd County's shared values of Faith, Family, Freedom!
Federal Offices:
The Office of the President of the United States
The Office of the President also refers to the institution itself, as defined by Article II of the US Constitution. This encompasses the President's roles as: Chief Executive: Responsible for implementing and enforcing laws, appointing federal officials, and issuing executive orders. Commander in Chief: Head of the US military and responsible for directing armed forces. Chief Diplomat: Leader in developing and implementing US foreign policy, negotiating treaties, and appointing ambassadors. Head of State: Symbolic leader representing the United States.
The Administration
The Senate & Kentucky’s 5th Congressional District
Each state elects two senators to the United States Senate for staggered 6-year terms. Senators represent the entire state. The United States is divided into 435 congressional districts, each with a population of about 710,000 individuals. Each district elects a representative to the U.S. House of Representatives for a two-year term.
Senior Senator for Kentucky
Sen. Mitch McConnell: McConnell is the senior senator from Kentucky and is a Republican. He has served since Jan. 3, 1985. McConnell is next up for reelection in 2026 and serves until Jan. 3, 2027.
Junior Senator for Kentucky
Sen. Rand Paul: Paul is the junior senator from Kentucky and is a Republican. He has served since Jan. 5, 2011. Paul is next up for reelection in 2028 and serves until Jan. 3, 2029.
Representative
Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers: Rogers is the representative for Kentucky’s 5th congressional district and is a Republican. He has served since Jan. 5, 1981. Rogers is next up for reelection in 2026 and serves until Jan. 3, 2027.