What party is Matt Hughes?

Matt Hughes is running as a Democrat.

Who is Matt Hughes running against?

Andrew Fugitt, for Nicholas County Magistrate, District 2.

How much money has Matt Hughes raised?

$0 as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.

Should I vote for Matt Hughes?

SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Matt Hughes's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

Matt Hughes

Democrat · Candidate for Nicholas County Magistrate, District 2 · November 3, 2026

In office now

Matt Hughes is the Magistrate, 2nd District. Matt Hughes's page: the office they hold, how to reach it and where they stand.

About this race

A Kentucky magistrate is not a judge: magistrates are the elected members of the county fiscal court, the county's legislative and governing body. They approve the county budget, pass ordinances and oversee county services such as roads. Each is elected from a district.

2 candidates ran for Nicholas County Magistrate, District 2 in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Only voters in this district.

Where they stand

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We haven't found a campaign site or candidate questionnaire for Matt Hughes yet.

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Funding

Filed Kentucky's exemption: expects to raise and spend no more than $3,000 for this election, so no contribution statements are filed.

Source: Kentucky Registry of Election Finance.

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Quick answers

What party is Matt Hughes?: Matt Hughes is running as a Democrat.
What does the Nicholas County Magistrate, District 2 seat do?: A Kentucky magistrate is not a judge: magistrates are the elected members of the county fiscal court, the county's legislative and governing body. They approve the county budget, pass ordinances and oversee county services such as roads. Each is elected from a district.
Who is Matt Hughes running against?: Andrew Fugitt, for Nicholas County Magistrate, District 2.
How much money has Matt Hughes raised?: $0 as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
Should I vote for Matt Hughes?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Matt Hughes's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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