The Governor doesn’t appoint senators to vacant seats under Kentucky law. If it were determined that McConnell can’t fulfill his duties, he would have to schedule a special election. www.politico.com/news/2024/03...
Kentucky Legislature cuts Democratic governor out of picking potential McConnell replacementSupporters of the change said it has nothing to do with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell — but they've stripped Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear of his power anyway.www.politico.com