AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoKentucky Politics: U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell says he’s been discharged from a rehabilitation center after a June fall and pneumonia, and will continue an “intensive” physical therapy regimen at home while staying in touch with staff during the August state work period. The announcement comes as his long absence has complicated Senate business and renewed calls from Gov. Andy Beshear for more health transparency. Federal Oversight: A Senate committee voted to hold former COVID czar Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt after he invoked the Fifth Amendment more than 100 times, setting up a high-stakes legal fight over whether the Justice Department should pursue charges. Public Safety/Health Policy: Kentucky Attorney General Alan Wilson is backing the “STOP FRAUD in Medicaid Act,” urging Congress to expand states’ ability to investigate and prosecute Medicaid recipient fraud. Local Community: Appalachia Service Project work continues with youth and volunteers repairing homes across the region, including roof, ramp, and interior upgrades. Arts/Entertainment: A new horror thriller wrapped filming at Graves County’s Whippoorwill Manor, with producers citing Kentucky tax incentives and the area’s Southern Gothic feel.
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