Beshear Demands McConnell Return | Raleigh News

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is demanding Senator Mitch McConnell either return to full Senate duties or step down, citing McConnell’s prolonged absence since mid-June and lack of direct communication as a national concern. Beshear called for McConnell to publicly address Kentuckians to prove his fitness for office and sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader John Thune urging an investigation — even suggesting expulsion if McConnell can’t demonstrate his ability to serve. McConnell’s office responded by highlighting his progress in physical therapy and shared a recent photo with his wife, while the Office of the Attending Physician confirmed he’s not yet medically cleared to leave rehab. Though Beshear can’t remove a senator, he’s pushing for accountability — and Kentucky law bars him from appointing a temporary replacement if McConnell’s seat becomes vacant. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/df572f7c717b9f88