Beshear Vows To End Medicaid Work Requirements As He Claims Victory In KY

Kentucky will likely abandon its controversial plan to adopt Medicaid work requirements as Democrat Andy Beshear claimed victory over incumbent Republican Gov. Matt Bevin in a closely fought race for governor Tuesday night (Nov. 5). “In my first week in office, I am going to rescind this governor’s Medicaid waiver,” Beshear said in a speech declaring victory. But, as of Wednesday morning, Bevin refused to concede the election, citing unspecified “irregularities.” With 100% of Kentucky precincts reporting results, Beshear led...