LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) — The Kentucky Supreme Court heard two cases Thursday regarding the separation of powers between the governor, constitutional officers and the General Assembly.

The cases come after lower court rulings on cases regarding the makeup of the Executive Branch Ethics Commission and the State Fair Board and who can appoint its members.

The Supreme Court heard arguments at the University of Kentucky Law School.

Attorney general challenges governor’s authority

Lawyers for the attorney general — who are also representing the other Republican constitutional office holders — argue Gov. Beshear should not have the power to appoint either all or the majority of members to various boards.

“It is the executive branch ethics commission, not the Governor’s ethics commission,” sai

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