Incumbent Matt Bevin Concedes In Kentucky Governor's Race

Incumbent Matt Bevin Concedes In Kentucky Governor's Race

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After narrowly losing to Democrat Andy Beshear, Republican Governor Matt Bevin requested a recanvass to ensure votes were counted correctly. Despite claiming election irregularities, Bevin did not expect the recanvass to change the outcome. President Trump had campaigned for Bevin before the election. Beshear confirmed his victory via Twitter, and the transition to his governorship began smoothly. He is set to be sworn in on December 10th, following in the footsteps of his father, former Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the Republican governor take after narrowly losing the election?

He requested a recount.

He requested a recanvass.

He filed a lawsuit.

He demanded a re-election.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many votes was Bevin trailing by after the recanvass?

More than 1000 votes

More than 3000 votes

More than 5000 votes

More than 7000 votes

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Bevin's initial reaction to the election results?

He claimed victory.

He immediately conceded.

He called for a new election.

He did not concede due to alleged irregularities.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who visited Kentucky to campaign for Bevin before the election?

Former President Barack Obama

President Donald Trump

Vice President Mike Pence

Senator Mitch McConnell

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is Andy Beshear scheduled to be sworn in as governor?

December 1st

December 15th

December 5th

December 10th