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Gov. Beshear Urges Probe of McConnell’s Ability to Serve

7/30/2026

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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear wrote to Senate Leader John Thune requesting an investigation of Senator Mitch McConnell’s ability to serve.
Democratic Senator Maria Cantwell said she did not know why health information on McConnell was needed.
Journalist Nicholas Ballasy said the public wants video proof of McConnell’s recovery after his six-week absence since June 14.
Senator Tommy Tuberville warned Republicans cannot afford to lose Senate votes with the GOP’s slim majority.

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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear wrote to Senate Leader John Thune requesting an investigation of Senator Mitch McConnell’s ability to serve.
Democratic Senator Maria Cantwell said she did not know why health information on McConnell was needed.
Journalist Nicholas Ballasy said the public wants video proof of McConnell’s recovery after his six-week absence since June 14.
Senator Tommy Tuberville warned Republicans cannot afford to lose Senate votes with the GOP’s slim majority.