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Kentucky Lt. Gov. Coleman Rules Out Senate Run

Kentucky’s Lieutenant Governor, Jacqueline Coleman, confirmed on Sunday that she will not be seeking the Senate seat currently held by Mitch McConnell. In an interview on “The Hill Sunday,” she firmly stated her intentions not to enter the race.

During her conversation with NewsNation’s Chris Stirewalt, Coleman was asked about the speculations around potential candidates for McConnell’s seat and whether she or Governor Andy Beshear might reconsider. Coleman decisively responded, saying, “I can’t speak for the governor, but for me, I will say, ‘Lord, no.’ I have a five year old at home and that’s plenty for me to worry about.” She further expressed her preference for parenting over engaging with certain political dynamics in Washington, describing some behaviors there as resembling those of “five years old.”

Senator McConnell has previously stated that he plans to complete his term, which extends until early 2027, sparking ongoing discussion about who might run to succeed him when the time comes. In his absence, Senate Republican Leader John Thune has stepped into the role that often placed McConnell at odds with Democratic lawmakers.

Governor Beshear, a Democrat, has been gaining prominence nationally for his ability to resonate with voters in a traditionally Republican state, making him a figure of interest in future political scenarios, including speculation about potential vice presidential candidacies.

On another note, Coleman voiced her apprehensions regarding the recent actions taken by the federal government towards the Department of Education. She highlighted the detrimental implications of a push to dismantle the Department, a move she believes reflects an alarming disconnect between Washington and the realities of educational environments in Kentucky.

“When I hear folks from Washington, they sound really out of touch with what’s going on in the state and certainly in our classrooms,” Coleman commented. Drawing from her extensive background as a high school teacher, basketball coach, and assistant principal, she emphasized the importance of investing in education rather than cutting it. “The message here is that the United States of America would rather dismantle the U.S. Department of Education than invest in the kids and the families that need it the most,” she asserted, calling for a more compassionate and informed approach to education policy.

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