Beshear to McConnell: Provide ‘proof of your capacity to serve’ or leave office

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear sent a letter to U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell demanding proof of his ability to serve or resignation, citing concerns over his health and absence from Senate duties. McConnell, hospitalized in June and currently in rehabilitation, has not voted in the Senate, prompting Beshear to call for an investigation and public address. Legal experts note Beshear lacks authority to act on McConnell's seat until resignation or death.