Senate vacancy

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.

South Carolina law requires a temporary appointment to fill a Senate vacancy following a death, followed by a special Republican primary to select a replacement nominee for the November election. Voters will then determine the next Senate term through the state's established election process.

South Carolina law provides for a temporary appointment to fill a Senate vacancy and a special Republican primary to select a replacement nominee for the November election. Voters will then elect the next Senate term representative through the established state process.

South Carolina law outlines a process to fill a Senate vacancy, including a temporary appointment and a special Republican primary to select a replacement nominee for the November election. Voters will then choose the next Senate representative through the state's established election process.

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has publicly requested Sen. Mitch McConnell to provide a health update following a weekslong hospitalization. The governor cited public concern over the lack of transparency regarding McConnell's condition and ability to serve, while also noting changes to Kentucky's succession law that affect Senate vacancy appointments.