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Amid speculation from the public that a deadline had passed to replace Kentucky Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell, whose health status and ability to return to office are presently unknown, Gov. Andy Beshear (D-Kentucky) has reiterated that no such deadline exists.

McConnell’s office has said that the senator required hospitalization in June for a fall in his home. The senator has made no public appearances since that time, and the lack of transparency regarding his health status has led to public speculation that he faces more serious health concerns than he has let on.

In late July, Beshear sent a letter to McConnell requesting video evidence that he could return to office to serve out the remainder of his term through January. If he couldn’t do so, Beshear insisted, the senator should resign so that a special election for his seat could take place.

The governor called on McConnell “to directly and verbally address the people of Kentucky,” and to show “proof” of his ability to serve.

“All of this speculation and even this letter could have been avoided with a minimal amount of transparency,” Beshear added in his letter.

Kentucky Gov. Beshear Demands McConnell Prove He Can Still Serve — or Resign

In recent days, some in the state have errantly suggested that a deadline had passed for special........

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