Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear asks Sen. Mitch McConnell for a health update
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear requested a health update Wednesday from Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell, who has not appeared in public since entering the hospital weeks ago for undisclosed reasons.
Beshear sent a letter to McConnell’s office expressing concern over his ability to fulfill his duties.
“As public officeholders, we have made a commitment to our constituents to do our best to represent them and to always be transparent,” the Democratic governor wrote, wishing the 84-year-old lawmaker a “safe and speedy recovery.”
McConnell was admitted to the hospital June 14. His office has not shared details about his condition or the reason for his hospitalization.
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Erum Salam is a breaking news reporter for MS NOW, with a focus on how global events and foreign policy shape U.S. politics. She previously was a breaking news reporter for The Guardian.
