Gov. Andy Beshear cannot appoint anyone to replace a U.S. Senator in Kentucky. Under a 2024 state law passed by the legislature, U.S. Senate vacancies must be filled through a special election. [
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If a vacancy were to occur, Beshear’s only role would be to issue a proclamation calling for that election.
However, the governor has stated he is prepared to challenge the constitutionality of this law in court, which could tie the seat up in litigation.
You can track state legislation and governance news on the Kentucky General Assembly or follow updates via the Office of the Governor Andy Beshear. [
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