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Mitch McConnell update: Andy Beshear slams Kentucky senator’s silence amid health concerns; ‘I’ve heard nothing back’

Mitch McConnell update: Andy Beshear slams Kentucky senator’s silence amid health concerns; ‘I’ve heard nothing back’

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Kentucky governor Andy Beshear said Sunday that he has received no response from Senator Mitch McConnell after repeatedly asking for an update on the senator’s health. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says he has received no response from Sen. Mitch McConnell. (Credit: Mitch McConnell office) McConnell, who is 84, has been recovering at home after a weeks-long hospitalization and rehabilitation stay. Beshear says McConnell has not responded to health requests Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said on Sunday that he has not received any response from Senator Mitch McConnell after formally asking for updates on his health last month. This comes amid McConnell’s weekslong hospitalization, which had led to widespread speculation and concern. “I’ve heard absolutely nothing back from Mitch McConnell,” Beshear said on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” according to CBS News. “And while I do hope that he is getting better, I’ve known him my entire life. I wish him no harm. I actually wish him good health. His boss are the people of Kentucky,” Beshear said. Additionally, Beshear wrote a letter to McConnell …

Mitch McConnell’s health rumors spark fresh debate, Hasan Piker cites ‘suspicion’ over Kentucky special election

Mitch McConnell’s health rumors spark fresh debate, Hasan Piker cites ‘suspicion’ over Kentucky special election

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Questions about Senator Mitch McConnell’s health took another turn this week after political commentator Hasan Piker discussed rumors surrounding the longtime Kentucky Republican during a livestream. The discussion came as McConnell remains hospitalized following a serious medical emergency in June, with only limited public updates about his condition. Mitch McConnell’s health mystery deepens, Hasan Piker cites ‘suspicion’ theory (Credit: Mitch McConnell/X, Hasan Piker/Instagram) While some online claims have suggested McConnell is dead or incapacitated, no evidence has been presented to support those allegations. Piker did not claim that McConnell had died. Instead, he spoke about political speculation over what could happen if McConnell were no longer able to serve and a special election became necessary. Hasan Piker weighs in on McConnell rumors In the clip, Hasan Piker addressed rumors linked to McConnell’s health and the political consequences that could follow if a Senate vacancy were created. He said: “If the Senator is incapacitated then Kentucky has to potentially put together a new special election. There is some suspicion, not from me, that if a special …

Mitch McConnel health: Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear sends letter to hospitalized Senator, makes major appeal

Mitch McConnel health: Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear sends letter to hospitalized Senator, makes major appeal

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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear on Wednesday officially sought an update from Senator Mitch McConnell, who has been hospitalized for several weeks, leading to increasing concerns regarding his health. Amid growing health concerns for hospitalized Senator Mitch McConnell, Governor Andy Beshear has requested a status update. Beshear stresses the need for transparency regarding public officials’ health to prevent speculation. (Getty Images via AFP) “Over the last several weeks, Kentuckians have grown increasingly concerned about the current state of your health and wellbeing, and ability to hold office in the United States Senate,” Beshear stated in a letter to McConnell. “As Governor, I request that you fully update Kentuckians regarding the current status of your health.” Senator McConnell, 84, has been in the hospital since June 14. On that day, emergency medical services were called to his residence for an unconscious individual, as reported by a public EMS dispatch call that CBS News reviewed last week. Since that time, McConnell’s office has not disclosed further details regarding the reason for his hospitalization and has not verified whether …

Where is Shawna Scott now? All on Kentucky woman who survived deadly shooting as Worst Neighbor Ever streams on Netflix

Where is Shawna Scott now? All on Kentucky woman who survived deadly shooting as Worst Neighbor Ever streams on Netflix

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Worst Neighbor Ever is streaming on Netflix, and is a spin-off from the creators of Worst Roommate Ever and Worst Ex Ever. The four-episode documentary explores true stories of disputes that triggered harassment, fraud, and violent crime. Worst Neighbor Ever streams on Netflix (Netflix) Each of the four episodes focuses on one incident, and episode 1 tells the story of a woman named Frances Zaayer who harassed her neighbors Shawna Scott and her husband. The episode revisits the 2018 shooting death of Montgomery County Deputy Jailer David Scott, Shawna’s husband. Shawna is the main focus of the first episode, titled “She Finally Snapped.” Frances was a close family friend of Shawna. The documentary says the two reconnected after they moved into neighboring homes in a small neighborhood in Mount Sterling, Kentucky. Also Read: Is Taylor Parker still awaiting Execution? Where is she now? Everything to know In 2018, Frances shot at Shawna and David, an attack that killed David and seriously injured Shawna. Shawna was taken to the hospital with serious injuries to her face. …

Who is Jacob Lee Bard and why the Kentucky State University shooting suspect was not indicted

Who is Jacob Lee Bard and why the Kentucky State University shooting suspect was not indicted

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Frankfort grand jury declined to indict Jacob Bard Lee, the 48-year-old man accused of fatally shooting a Kentucky State University (KSU) student and injuring another last week, on Tuesday, December 23. Kentucky State University shooting suspect not indicted by grand jury (Hannah Brown/The State Journal via AP, File)(AP) The decision of “No True Bill” by the jury came after they decided that there wasn’t sufficient evidence to pursue murder or first-degree assault charges. Bard’s attorney said on Tuesday that the grand jury found that Bard acted in self-defense on the day of the shooting. This effectively ends the prosecution of Brad in the December 9 incident under Kentucky law. His attorneys said in a written statement that “This matter is now closed.” Read more: Kentucky State University shooting: Injuries reported after gunfire; details out What happened, and who is Jacob Bard Lee? On December 9, Bard was arrested on the KSU campus after he allegedly killed a student, De’Jon Fox, 19, of Indianapolis and injured another critically. Due to safety concerns regarding an alleged assault …

Kentucky Derby 2025: What time is post time at Churchill Downs? Here’s when race starts

Kentucky Derby 2025: What time is post time at Churchill Downs? Here’s when race starts

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May 04, 2025 04:23 AM IST Clouds poured down at the 151st Kentucky Derby on Saturday as thousands of derby enthusiasts gathered at Churchill Downs Clouds poured down at the 151st Kentucky Derby on Saturday as thousands of derby enthusiasts gathered at Churchill Downs in Louisville. This comes as a field of 19 3-year-olds are set to run 1 1/4 miles for a $3.1 million prize and the garland of red roses shortly after 7 PM ET. Kentucky Derby 2025 will take place on Saturday(Getty Images via AFP) Journalism was the 4-1 wagering favorite in the hours leading up to America’s most famous race. What time is post time at Churchill Downs? The post time for the 2025 Kentucky Derby, held on May 3, 2025, at Churchill Downs, is 6:57 PM ET. 2025 Kentucky Derby horses and jockeys Citizen Bull Jockey: Martin Garcia Trainer: Bob Baffert Morning-Line Odds: 20-1 Neoequos Jockey: Luis Saez Trainer: Saffie Joseph Jr. Morning-Line Odds: 30-1 Final Gambit Jockey: Luan Machado Trainer: Brad Cox Morning-Line Odds: 30-1 American Promise Jockey: Nik …

Kentucky Derby 2025: How much do jockeys actually earn? Prize money, payout and more

Kentucky Derby 2025: How much do jockeys actually earn? Prize money, payout and more

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May 03, 2025 01:21 AM IST The 2025 Kentucky Derby is slated to start on May 3 at Churchill Downs in Kentucky’s Louisville The most awaited Kentucky Derby 2025 kicks off on May 3, with a $5 million prize money up for grabs this time for position holders. It is one mega event where jockeys have the opportunity to take away millions, with all eyes on some select race cards. Representational Image(Representational) How much prize money will be given away? The winner of the 2025 Kentucky Derby stands to make a whopping $3.1 million this time. This amount matches the record-breaking prize money from last year’s edition. The race card, which comprises of the owner, the trainer and the jockey, will see a split of the prize money as per terms. These terms are decided by the jockeys and trainers, and once the prize money is bagged, the amount is split accordingly. How much does a jockey earn from these events? Race jockeys are typically hired on a per-race basis, and the amount of money …

Trump Projected As Winner In 3 States, Harris In 1 By US Networks

Trump Projected As Winner In 3 States, Harris In 1 By US Networks

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Counting has barely begun for the US elections and Donald Trump has already been projected as the winner in the Red states of Indiana, Kentucky and West Virginia and Kamala Harris in the Blue state of Vermont by American networks. In Indiana, which has 11 electoral college votes, Republican nominee Trump has received 61.9% of the ballots counted so far while Democratic nominee Harris has polled 36.4%. In 2020, Trump got 57% of the votes while then Democratic candidate Joe Biden received 41%. Kentucky has eight electoral college votes and former president Trump has polled 69.7% of the ballots counted so far while Vice President Harris has received 28.7%. The state had voted in favour of Trump in 2020, with 62.1% of votes going to him and 36.2% being polled by Biden.  Donald Trump has also been projected as the winner in West Virginia, which has four electoral college votes.  The magic number of electoral votes needed to win the presidential election is 270. According to US networks, the three electoral college votes of Vermont …

Kentucky sheriff charged in fatal shooting of judge accused of ignoring deputy’s sexual abuse of woman

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The sheriff charged with murder in the shooting of a rural Kentucky judge in his courthouse chambers was accused in a federal lawsuit of failing to investigate allegations that one of his deputies repeatedly sexually abused a woman in the same judge’s chambers. This booking photo provided by Leslie County Detention Center in Kentucky on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 shows Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. Stines (Leslie County Detention Center via AP)(AP) The preliminary investigation indicates that Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. Stines shot District Judge Kevin Mullins multiple times on Thursday following an argument inside the courthouse, according to Kentucky State Police. Mullins, who held the judgeship for 15 years, died at the scene, and Stines surrendered without incident. Just what the two men were arguing about wasn’t immediately made clear. Stines was deposed on Monday in a lawsuit filed by two women, one of whom alleged that a deputy forced her to have sex inside Mullins’ chambers for six months in exchange for staying out of jail. The lawsuit accuses the sheriff of …

7 People Shot Along Highway In US’ Kentucky, Suspect On The Run

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Police identified the suspect as Joseph A Couch Washington, United States: Kentucky police were searching rugged terrain near a national forest for a suspect after at least seven people were wounded by gunfire while driving down the rural stretch of an interstate highway, officials said on Saturday evening. The incident began just before 6 p.m. (1000 GMT) about nine miles outside of the town of London, when officers responded to reports of gunshots directed at vehicles traveling on Interstate 75 in Laurel County. The shots came from a wooded area or an overpass, according to local media reports. Mayor Randall Weddle of London, a small city of about 8,000 near the Daniel Boone National Forest, about 90 miles (145 km) south of Lexington, said in a post on Facebook that seven people were injured, including some who were shot. He said there were no known fatalities. Police offered no further details about the number or nature of any casualties. Weddle asked everyone in the area to “keep your doors locked while this guy is on …