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Rising Democratic star Kentucky’s Andy Beshear picked to head fight to win governorships
1 week, 6 days ago

Rising Democratic star Kentucky’s Andy Beshear picked to head fight to win governorships

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Andy Beshear is taking on a new lead role in Democratic efforts to win …

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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear picked to lead Democratic efforts to win governorships in 2026 midterms
2 weeks ago

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear picked to lead Democratic efforts to win governorships in 2026 midterms

Associated Press  

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Looking to strengthen his foothold in national politics, Kentucky Gov. After gaining his new role at DGA, Beshear said in a statement that Democrats can win anywhere by focusing on “fundamental challenges families are facing every day” — continuing a theme he advanced in a New York Times opinion piece outlining a way forward for Democrats after …

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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear endorses Harris amid speculation if he’s in running to join the ticket
5 months ago

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear endorses Harris amid speculation if he’s in running to join the ticket

Associated Press  

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said Monday he spoke with Vice President Kamala Harris soon after she became the prohibitive favorite to lead the Democratic ticket, and said his state’s progress “should be a model for the country” as speculation swirled around whether he’s in the running to join the slate. “She’s gotten to know my kids and …

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Kentucky's Andy Beshear whacks J.D. Vance in VP audition: 'He ain't from here'
5 months ago

Kentucky's Andy Beshear whacks J.D. Vance in VP audition: 'He ain't from here'

Raw Story  

Andy Beshear seemingly auditioned for the job as Kamala Harris' running mate in an appearance on MSNBC's "Morning Joe." The twice-elected Democratic governor of a deep-red southern state sidestepped direct questions from co-host Willie Geist about whether he was interested in joining the Democratic ticket, but Beshear did say he would consider the position if asked and took a jab …

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Kentucky drug crackdown yields 200 arrests in Operation Summer Heat
5 months, 1 week ago

Kentucky drug crackdown yields 200 arrests in Operation Summer Heat

Associated Press  

FRANKFORT, Ky. — A sweeping investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings has produced more than 200 arrests and drug seizures valued at nearly $685,000, Kentucky Gov. The crackdown, dubbed Operation Summer Heat, is ongoing and will result in additional arrests, said State Police Commissioner Phillip Burnett Jr. “Kentuckians in those targeted areas can sleep a little better tonight knowing that …

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Kentucky to open applications for the state’s medical marijuana business
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Kentucky to open applications for the state’s medical marijuana business

Associated Press  

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Businesses that want to sell, process or grow medical marijuana for Kentucky can start applying for permits starting Monday, part of an accelerated push to have products available in early 2025, Gov. Patients can apply for medical cannabis cards starting Jan. 1 if they have qualifying illnesses, including cancer, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain, epilepsy, chronic nausea or …

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Bill meant to improve math skills passes as Kentucky lawmakers reach end of legislative session
8 months, 1 week ago

Bill meant to improve math skills passes as Kentucky lawmakers reach end of legislative session

Associated Press  

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Legislation aimed at improving the math skills of Kentucky students won final passage Monday as lawmakers considered the final stacks of bills before concluding this year’s legislative session. Republican state Rep. James Tipton, the bill’s sponsor, has called it a “significant step forward.” “It will provide a mathematics education that ensures every student can excel,” Tipton said …

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Kentucky lieutenant governor undergoes ‘successful’ double mastectomy, expects to make full recovery
1 year ago

Kentucky lieutenant governor undergoes ‘successful’ double mastectomy, expects to make full recovery

Associated Press  

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky Lt. Gov. “With a significant family history of cancer, I made the decision to have a double mastectomy,” Coleman said. “I am happy to report that a successful surgery was performed today, and I expect to make a full recovery.” Beshear said in a separate statement that Coleman is a friend and “critical part” of his …

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Kentucky governor renews pitch for higher teacher pay, universal pre-K as legislative session looms
1 year ago

Kentucky governor renews pitch for higher teacher pay, universal pre-K as legislative session looms

Associated Press  

Andy Beshear renewed his pitch Thursday for greater investments in education to raise teacher pay and offer state-funded pre-K as he turns his attention to the upcoming legislative session. “We’ve got a chance to do special things, to focus on Kentuckians’ concerns when they wake up every morning – their job, the road that they’re going to drive on, their …

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How Kentucky Could Elect a President
1 year, 1 month ago

How Kentucky Could Elect a President

Politico  

Should Attorney General Daniel Cameron win, he’d be the first Black Republican governor since Reconstruction. It’s the ribbon-cutting on that new factory that’s going to employ 400 people at almost $40 an hour in Henderson.” If Beshear sounds disciplined, on-message and focused entirely on his state, well, you’re onto something. “If Beshear wins, he instantly will become part of the …

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Rape victim featured in ad reemerges as focal point of abortion debate in Kentucky governor’s race
1 year, 2 months ago

Rape victim featured in ad reemerges as focal point of abortion debate in Kentucky governor’s race

Associated Press  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Republican Daniel Cameron expressed sympathy for a woman who discussed the trauma of being raped by her stepfather in a powerful campaign ad, but said he still supports Kentucky’s current abortion ban that requires similar victims of rape and incest to carry their pregnancies to term. In the ad, Duvall called out Cameron by name and said …

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Republican offers new twist on abortion exceptions as issue stays at forefront of Kentucky campaign
1 year, 2 months ago

Republican offers new twist on abortion exceptions as issue stays at forefront of Kentucky campaign

Associated Press  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The complexities of abortion-related politics in the post-Roe v. Wade era continue to put the squeeze on Republican Daniel Cameron, who appeared to redefine his position on Kentucky’s strict anti-abortion law for the second time in two weeks while campaigning for governor. After revealing last week that he would sign legislation adding rape and incest exceptions to …

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In Kentucky governor’s race, Democrat presses the case on GOP challenger’s abortion stance
1 year, 3 months ago

In Kentucky governor’s race, Democrat presses the case on GOP challenger’s abortion stance

Associated Press  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky’s debate over abortion access intensified Wednesday as the Democratic governor pounded away at his rival’s longstanding support for the state’s existing abortion ban shortly after Republican challenger Daniel Cameron had signaled new willingness to accept exceptions for rape and incest. Beshear’s campaign turned up the pressure after Cameron appeared to back off from his entrenched position …

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GOP gubernatorial candidate signals support for rape, incest exceptions to Kentucky abortion law
1 year, 3 months ago

GOP gubernatorial candidate signals support for rape, incest exceptions to Kentucky abortion law

The Independent  

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Republican gubernatorial candidate in Kentucky appears to soften his hardline opposition to abortion
1 year, 3 months ago

Republican gubernatorial candidate in Kentucky appears to soften his hardline opposition to abortion

Associated Press  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Republican gubernatorial nominee Daniel Cameron appeared to soften his hardline opposition to abortion on Monday, telling a Kentucky radio station that he would support amending the state’s abortion ban to add exceptions allowing for the termination of pregnancies caused by rape or incest. “Throughout his time in office, even before this campaign began, Daniel Cameron has made …

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Democratic governor seizes commanding fundraising lead over GOP challenger in Kentucky campaign
1 year, 3 months ago

Democratic governor seizes commanding fundraising lead over GOP challenger in Kentucky campaign

Associated Press  

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear has seized a commanding fundraising lead over Republican challenger Daniel Cameron in their marquee matchup in Kentucky, their latest campaign finance reports showed. “They’re going to dwarf even what Andy Beshear raises and spends.” With the election less than two months away, and with so much money pouring into the race, Watson added: …

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Democratic governor seizes commanding fundraising lead over GOP challenger in Kentucky campaign
1 year, 3 months ago

Democratic governor seizes commanding fundraising lead over GOP challenger in Kentucky campaign

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Andy Beshear has seized a commanding fundraising lead over …

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Legal sports betting opens to fanfare in Kentucky; governor makes the first wager at Churchill Downs
1 year, 3 months ago

Legal sports betting opens to fanfare in Kentucky; governor makes the first wager at Churchill Downs

Associated Press  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky Gov. The Democratic governor placed the first sports bet at Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby, fulfilling a pledge that his administration would launch sports wagering in time for the NFL regular season. It’s going to make sure we don’t lose that many people to Vegas in the first couple rounds in the NCAA tournament.” …

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Kentucky Democrat Beshear links GOP challenger to reality of abortion law in reelection campaign
1 year, 3 months ago

Kentucky Democrat Beshear links GOP challenger to reality of abortion law in reelection campaign

Associated Press  

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Democratic Gov. His campaign said in a statement that Beshear “stands with Joe Biden and the most extreme wing of the Democrat Party on abortion,” pointing to the governor’s opposition to bills restricting abortion. Since then, Kentucky’s “trigger law” abortion ban — passed in 2019 — took effect when Roe v. Wade was struck down. While acknowledging …

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Kentucky police union backs GOP candidate who led investigation into Breonna Taylor’s shooting death
1 year, 4 months ago

Kentucky police union backs GOP candidate who led investigation into Breonna Taylor’s shooting death

Associated Press  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Republican Daniel Cameron’s bid for governor won support from Kentucky’s largest police union on Tuesday, providing a boost for the current attorney general who led an investigation that yielded no charges against any officers for the shooting death of Breonna Taylor during a botched police raid. Touting the endorsement, Cameron said he will always “back the Blue.” …

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Kentucky lieutenant governor touts public education in officially rejoining Democratic ticket
1 year, 5 months ago

Kentucky lieutenant governor touts public education in officially rejoining Democratic ticket

Associated Press  

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Gov. Coleman, who spent years as a teacher and school administrator, touted the Beshear administration’s record of pushing for teacher pay raises and opposing efforts that she said would benefit private schools at the expense of public schools. In late 2022, Kentucky’s Supreme Court struck down a Republican initiative to award tax credits for donations supporting private …

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GOP candidates tread cautiously on gun issues in Kentucky
1 year, 8 months ago

GOP candidates tread cautiously on gun issues in Kentucky

Associated Press  

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky Republicans running for governor have deflected questions about gun legislation since this week’s mass shooting at a Louisville bank, turning instead to prayer and a focus on mental health. That same day, Kelly Craft, a chief rival for the GOP gubernatorial nomination in Kentucky’s May 16 primary, declared: “I am not going to touch the Second …

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Two governors, like most Americans, touched by gun violence
1 year, 8 months ago

Two governors, like most Americans, touched by gun violence

CNN  

A version of this story appears in CNN’s What Matters newsletter. CNN — Gun violence has touched most American households, so it’s no surprise that a governor would know the victim of a mass shooting. Scalise opposed the bipartisan gun legislation that passed through Congress last year to expand the background check system and encourage red flag laws in states …

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Beshear signs bill to bolster Kentucky’s rural hospitals
1 year, 9 months ago

Beshear signs bill to bolster Kentucky’s rural hospitals

Associated Press  

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Gov. Andy Beshear on Monday signed into law a bipartisan measure that’s meant to bolster access to health care across Kentucky by injecting additional revenue into hospitals. Republican Rep. Brandon Reed referred to House Bill 75 as “a lifeline” for rural Kentucky hospitals. “With HB75 now granting access to hospitals to be reimbursed for outpatient services, hospitals …

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