Newly elected Governor Andy Beshear campaigned on a platform prioritizing public education and promising to oust the state board appointed by DeVos ally Matt Bevin, as well as the state commissioner it appointed, Wayne Lewis, who supported charter schools. (The Legislature passed a charter authorization bill but never funded any charters.) Beshear stated bluntly that he does not support charters or any other form of privatization of public schools.
Beshear replaced the 11 members of the Bevin-appointed State Board on day one, although their terms had not expired. Today that board removed Wayne Lewis and opened a national search for a new state commissioner.
The Bevin board is suing to protest its ouster since it was not dismissed for cause.
Diane Ravitch's blog 
I so much appreciate this Governor. Simply ousting Governor Bevin was more than enough. Following through on this campaign pledge is fantastic. Thank you Governor Beshear!
And Kentucky’s Lt Gov is a teacher!
and a BIG thank you to the KY teachers for making this change in governorship happen
The election of Beshear offers a sliver of hope that Kentucky voters might oust Mitch. The GOP is flooding the state with millions of dollars to protect him. No doubt they will call fighter pilot Amy McGrath a socialist.
Given the way the law seems to work in Kentucky, Beshear probably has the power to appoint board members at his discretion. If that is so, then the lawsuit will be in vain and the new BoE will remain.
Here is a recording of this meeting. Listen to the experience and expertise of these board members as they introduce themselves.
https://mediaportal.education.ky.gov/featured/2019/12/kentucky-board-of-education-special-meeting/
Take special note to David Karem’s comments about Dr. Pruitt when he speaks about quality people.
Thanks to Kentucky’s voters for giving the country hope.
WOW! Thank you, KY Teacher.
This was heartening. Go KY.