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Kentucky's New Senate Vacancy Rule | Lexington News
Kentucky’s new law strips governors of the power to appoint U.S. senators, forcing special elections instead — a seismic shift that puts voters in charge. With Senator Mitch McConnell hospitalized and planning to retire, the law’s real-world test is looming, especially as a vacancy too close to November’s election might not allow time for a special vote. Legal experts are also debating whether state or federal constitutions still allow temporary appointments — setting the stage for a high-stakes constitutional showdown. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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