Anthony Kern

Anthony Kern is a candidate for State Senator District 27 Primary Election in 2026 in Arizona State Senate District 27, Arizona.

Turning Point Action Senior Manager in Glendale, AZ

Also running: Kevin Payne, Kyle Clayton.

Anthony Kern is a Republican candidate seeking election to the Arizona State Senate for District 27. He previously served as an Arizona State Senator from 2023 to 2025 and as a State Representative from 2015 to 2021. Kern is described as a conservative, pro-family politician who upholds the U.S. Constitution and promotes individual liberty. He holds a bachelor's degree from Northern Arizona University and has a background in code enforcement for city government and private investigations. Kern garnered attention for denying the 2020 election results and was indicted in April 2024 as part of a group of pro-Trump electors. He also ran for U.S. Congress in 2024.