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McConnell’s Silence Sparks Questions | Lexington News
Senator Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Republican Senate leader, has been sidelined for six weeks after a fall, sparking speculation and concern as he remains silent on his health and return. Though he’s denied serious injuries and confirmed he’s recovering from pneumonia, no official timeline for his return exists — especially as Senate votes loom. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is now caught in the crosshairs, potentially able to appoint a temporary replacement — a move McConnell fears could install a Democrat. With no clear path to remove an incapacitated senator, and no public…
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