In a significant political development, Robin Webb, the last Eastern Kentucky Democrat in the state Senate, has switched her party affiliation to the Republican Party. This transition marks a major setback for Democrats in Kentucky, particularly for Governor Andy Beshear, as the GOP continues to strengthen its supermajority. Webb cited a disconnect with Democratic values as her primary reason for the change. This move has been met with mixed reactions, as it represents a trend of rural Democrats aligning with the Republican Party.