Elaine Chao comments on Mitch McConnell's hospitalization
Key Points:
- Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao returned to the U.S. from China after her husband, Sen. Mitch McConnell, was hospitalized on June 14.
- Chao's trip, planned before McConnell's hospitalization, sparked unfounded conspiracy theories online.
- A spokesperson stated Chao was in China to support family philanthropic efforts and met with various officials, including the U.S. ambassador, with no urgent need to return due to McConnell's health.
- During the trip, Chao was photographed with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, highlighting her diplomatic engagements.
- Chao left for China on June 12, two days before McConnell's hospitalization, and it is unclear if she contacted him since returning.