Updated Oct 16, 2026, 2:28 PM ET
Raymond McKay
Republican · 3 November 2026

Raymond McKay

Raymond McKay, a former member of the Rhode Island Republican Party State Central Committee, is the Republican nominee challenging Senator Jack Reed in 2026.

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State of Rhode Island General Assembly

The Rhode Island General Assembly press release highlights legislation introduced by Senate President Dominick Ruggerio to address lead pipes in Rhode Island’s water system.

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  1. Riley, Smith campaign for District 41 seat | News

    The article covers candidates for District 41 (Scituate and western Cranston) in Rhode Island, focusing on two contenders: Michael J. “Lou” Riley (R) and Smith (first name not fully shown in excerpt).

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  2. Incumbents face challengers in local state Senate races

    The article previews contested Rhode Island State Senate races in southern Rhode Island for the November 3 election, focusing on candidates and issue stances.

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Biography & Campaign Analysis

Background

Raymond McKay is a Republican from Rhode Island who served on the Rhode Island Republican Party State Central Committee and as president of the Rhode Island Republican Assembly. He was a candidate for the U.S. Senate in 2024.

2026 race

McKay is the Republican nominee for the Rhode Island seat in the U.S. Senate held by Democrat Jack Reed, who is running for a sixth term. He ran unopposed in the Republican primary held on September 9, 2026, while Reed won the Democratic primary with 76.8% of the vote. The general election takes place on November 3, 2026.