The lack of transparency regarding Senator McConnell's health status deprives constituents of the information they need to hold power accountable.

“And so, always remember going forward that knowledge is power, and keeping knowledge away from constituents is a way to reduce their power, and this is a great example of that.”

The lack of transparency and strange behavior surrounding Mitch McConnell's recent health events are reminiscent of late-stage Soviet leadership tactics.

“Yes. In the case of Senator McConnell, this is some latestage Soviet Union stuff where you're propping up the leaders who seem to be croaking every 6 months.”

Charlamagne believes that proof of life for a sitting senator is a necessary and bare minimum expectation for the public.

“in this country, proof of life of a sitting senator should be the bare minimum.”