He currently represents the Whitehorse electoral district of Copperbelt South as a member of the Yukon Party caucus.
In June 2001, Kent was appointed to the Executive Council (Cabinet) as Minister of Economic Development.
Kent re-entered territorial politics in 2011, when he crossed the floor to join the Yukon Party.
[6] Nonetheless, although the Yukon Party was defeated in the general election, Kent was elected in Copperbelt South, defeating popular Whitehorse city councillor and Liberal candidate Jocelyn Curteanu by just 24 votes.
[7] As of September 29, 2024, Kent serves as the Official Opposition House Leader and the critic for Education and for Energy, Mines and Resources.