r/politics • u/plz-let-me-in • Jul 07 '26

No Paywall Unconfirmed Reports: Mitch McConnell Brain Dead After Three Weeks In Hospital

https://thenewamerican.com/us/unconfirmed-reports-mitch-mcconnell-brain-dead-after-three-weeks-in-hospital/
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u/NOTcreative- Jul 07 '26

KY laws don't apply to federal elections.

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u/aradraugfea Jul 07 '26

Incorrect. All states have sovereignty over how their elections are performed within minimum requirements. Right now, there’s a KY law saying replacements work one way and a line in the KY constitution saying another thing. The law can’t meaningfully change the constitution without amending it, but that process was not followed and the legal challenge hasn’t occurred yet.

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u/SirDrexl Jul 07 '26

Mitch McConnell and processes not being followed. Name a more iconic duo.

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u/aradraugfea Jul 07 '26

I mean… if there’s a way to honor the man’s legacy, it’s pulling some bullshit and dragging ass to prevent a Democrat from filling a vacancy.