WASHINGTON _ President Donald Trump could anoint the nominee when Kansas Republicans choose a replacement for Sen. Pat Roberts next year.
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo would be a front-runner for the seat if he decided to give up his role in Trump's Cabinet to mount a run.
The former Wichita congressman isn't the only Trump administration official being mentioned as a potential candidate. Federal Communications chair Ajit Pai, who grew up in Parsons, Kan., could also pursue the seat.