July 08, 2026 10:34 AM ET Democratic Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear requested Wednesday that Republican Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell publicly disclose his health status. McConnell’s office disclosed no new information about the senator’s condition as he remained hospitalized for about three weeks. Beshear wrote McConnell a letter requesting transparency regarding his condition.“Over the last several weeks, Kentuckians have grown increasingly concerned about the current status of your health and wellbeing, and ability to hold office in the United States Senate. As Governor, I request that you fully update Kentuckians regarding the current status of your heath,” Beshear said. “As public officeholders, we have a commitment to our constituents to do our best to represent them and to always be tra