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Kansas Senate Vacancy Law Sparks Legal Debate
A new Kansas law could let GOP lawmakers pick a replacement for Senator Roger Marshall—if he leaves before October 2nd, potentially pushing the next Senate election to 2028. While Marshall’s team insists he’s running for reelection, Governor Laura Kelly calls the plan a power grab, and legal experts warn the law is poorly written and may be unconstitutional. The bill sets up a committee to recommend three candidates to the governor, but critics say Kansas can’t legally extend a U.S. senator’s term. GOP leaders defend it as routine procedure, while the governor hints at appointing a political…
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