US Sen. Mitch McConnell, a Kentucky Republican, has been hospitalized for three weeks. Despite requests for updates, his office has not disclosed a medical reason for the hospitalization or provided specifics on his current health status.
McConnell’s office has said he “continues to improve” and “is working closely with his staff on Kentucky and Senate matters.” The 84-year-old senator was admitted to the hospital on June 14.
Background
McConnell is a childhood polio survivor and has faced a series of health issues in recent years. In March 2023, he suffered a concussion and broken ribs after a fall. He has also frozen midsentence during a news conference.
GOP leaders, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senate GOP Whip John Barrasso, have said they have spoken with McConnell since his hospitalization. They reported that he wants to return to the Senate.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
