Sen. Mitch McConnell, 84, has broken his silence about his recent hospitalization, revealing that a fall led to his medical care. In a statement, McConnell explained that he was “briefly unconscious” around the time he was first taken to the hospital and has undergone a series of tests to determine what led to his fall. He also confirmed that he was treated for mild pneumonia and has been moved to a rehabilitation facility.
McConnell’s Health and Career
McConnell, who has been a prominent figure in the Senate for decades, has been open about his struggles with mobility due to a childhood bout of polio. His physical condition has visibly declined in recent years, with several instances of falls and related injuries. Despite these challenges, McConnell remains determined to finish out his term, stating, “I still have unfinished business to complete on your behalf, and I have every intention of finishing the job you elected me to do.”
McConnell’s statement included a photo of himself with his wife, Elaine Chao, which some saw as a response to speculation about his health and rumors of his passing. The senator’s office had previously provided little information about his condition, leading to calls from Kentucky’s Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear for greater transparency.
Original reporting: NBC10 Boston — read the source article.
