Kentucky governor demands update on McConnell's health status

What they're saying: "Over the last several weeks, Kentuckians have grown increasingly concerned about the health and well-being of Sen. McConnell," Beshear wrote.

• "As Governor — and a fellow public official who understands the commitment we've made to the people we serve — I am requesting the Senator provide an update on his current health status."
• "Allowing speculation to continue in the media is not fair to the Senator or to Kentuckians, and my hope is that this provides him the opportunity to share the information in a transparent manner, direct from the source. I wish him a safe and speedy recovery."
• McConnell's office did not immediately respond to Axios' request for comment.

Catch up quick: A McConnell spokesperson previously confirmed the senator was admitted to a hospital on June 14, but didn't disclose why he was receiving treatment.

• His office says the senator "continues to improve, and is working closely with his staff on Kentucky and Senate matters while the Senate is out of session."

• Emergency responders were called to McConnell's address for an "unconscious" individual and administered CPR, according to dispatcher communications. The communications did not identify McConnell as the person who received treatment.

Zoom out: The information vacuum has turned into bait for the online rumor mill.

• MAGA-affiliated commentators, including Glenn Beck, demanded answers on McConnell's health, calling the silence "unacceptable."
• In response, top Senate Republicans confirmed they had spoken to McConnell on Tuesday about a range of topics.

Go deeper: Inside the McConnell health rumor mill