Attorney General Kansas in Statewide, Kansas

2026 Primary Election

• Chris Mann — Candidate for Attorney General in Lawrence, KS

  Chris Mann has dedicated his life to public service, first as a police officer and then as a prosecutor, though his law enforcement career was impacted by an injury. He is a Democratic candidate for Kansas Attorney General in 2026, seeking a rematch against Republican incumbent Kris Kobach, who narrowly defeated him in 2022. Mann's campaign emphasizes defending the Constitution, protecting the rule of law, and ensuring the safety of Kansas families. He aims to refocus the Attorney General's office on law enforcement, following what he describes as "damaging years" under the current administration. He has shown strong fundraising, more than doubling his contributions from his previous campaign at this stage.

• Kris Kobach — Incumbent Attorney General in Topeka, KS

  Kris Kobach, the incumbent Attorney General of Kansas, is a Republican seeking re-election in the 2026 primary. He assumed office in January 2023. A Topeka native, Kobach boasts a strong academic background from Harvard, Oxford, and Yale Law School. During his tenure, he highlights record-low crime rates, strong stances against federal overreach, and partnerships on border security and immigration enforcement. Kobach positions himself as a defender of Kansas values, families, and the Second Amendment, aiming to prevent the state from being "pushed around." He officially filed for re-election in January 2026.