Judicial watchdog is wary of Beshear’s involvement in Kentucky Court of Appeals election

By: McKenna Horsley

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: June 29, 2026

Words: 719

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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A Kentucky judicial watchdog group says it is concerned about Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear’s involvement in the upcoming Court of Appeals election.

The Kentucky Judicial Campaign Conduct Committee said in a Saturday statement that Beshear has been fundraising for Court of Appeals Judge Will Moynahan, who is currently facing Fayette Circuit Court Judge Lucy VanMeter.

Beshear appointed Moynahan to the bench in 2025 to represent the 5th Appellate District after Justice …

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