Decision Maker

Whitney Westerfield

Former Kentucky State Senate - District 3

District 3, Kentucky

Whitney Henderson Westerfield is an American attorney and Republican politician who has been serving as a member of the Kentucky Senate representing District 3 since January 2013. Prior to his legislative career, Westerfield established himself in the legal field. As a dedicated member of the Republican Party, he gained significant attention in 2015 when he ran as the Republican nominee for Attorney General of Kentucky. Despite a vigorous campaign, Westerfield narrowly lost to Democrat Andy Beshear by a margin of just 0.2 percent. Known for his commitment to public service, Westerfield continues to advocate for policies within the Kentucky Senate, leveraging his legal expertise and political acumen to influence state legislation.