So despite concerns (thoughts and prayers, of course) about Mitch's health, I thought I'd do some research about what sort of shenanigans Kentucky is going to go through if they need to replace him. This short NPR article lays out some details and typical R-fuckery.
https://www.npr.org/2023/07/31/1191034037/mcconnell-facing-health-questions-says-he-ll-serve-full-term-keep-leading-senate