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Gov. Beshear urges McConnell to be ‘transparent’ and give an update on his health
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has requested an update from Senator Mitch McConnell regarding his health and ability to continue serving, citing growing public concern after McConnell's hospitalization 24 days ago.
- McConnell's office has not disclosed details about the medical emergency or his current condition, despite reports of a cardiac arrest incident on June 14, the day he was hospitalized.
- Beshear emphasized the need for transparency to prevent speculation and expressed hopes for McConnell’s speedy recovery, while McConnell’s office has declined to comment on the request.
- Recent communications from McConnell’s allies indicate he has been in contact with several Senate leaders, but McConnell remains hospitalized with no confirmed return date as the Senate prepares to resume session next week.
