McConnell's absence puts Trump agenda at risk as Kentucky succession questions grow

Mitch McConnell did not attend Senate sessions, leaving Republicans with a one-vote shortfall on certain legislative items, according to reporting. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear stated that an August 3 deadline carries no legal constraint on his decisions regarding McConnell's Senate seat. McConnell's office did not immediately respond to requests for comment on his status or expected return date.

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