Pastor in the Senate? Adam Hamilton's Ambition | Charlotte News

Adam Hamilton, pastor of the nation’s largest United Methodist church, is running for Kansas Senate — and plans to keep preaching 12-18 times a year if elected. He’s not alone: Raphael Warnock already proves it’s possible, serving as Georgia’s first Black senator while leading Ebenezer Baptist Church. Though rare in the Senate, clergy have long held House seats — from Adam Clayton Powell Jr. to Emanuel Cleaver. This election cycle, multiple pastors are vying for Congress, including Democratic candidates like Frederick Haynes III and Iowa women, plus GOP evangelicals — signaling a growing trend of faith leaders stepping into public office. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/eb3866684588f500