Charles Booker announced on social media that Tuesday was his last day working in Gov. Andy Beshear’s administration. The Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives serves as an advocate for under-represented communities. Booker said his work was far from done and there is a “fight ahead of us,” but didn’t elaborate.
Beshear said in a statement he wished Booker the best in his next chapter and appreciates his time and service.
It’s unclear why Booker resigned. He did not immediately respond to a request for comment and representatives for the governor’s office didn’t answer requests for explanation.
Booker was a legislator in the Kentucky House of Representatives from 2019-2021, representing parts of west and downtown Louisville…