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McConnell speaks to Republican leaders as speculation swirls about his health
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Key Points:
- Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized for more than three weeks with undisclosed health issues, and aides have not provided details about his condition or prognosis.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senate Republican No. 2 John Barrasso have both spoken with McConnell recently, reporting that he is engaged and eager to return to the Senate.
- McConnell, 84, who is retiring at the end of his term in January, was admitted to the hospital on June 14 and continues to recover while staying involved in Senate and Kentucky matters.
- The senator has a history of health problems, including previous hospitalizations for a concussion in 2023 and various falls, as well as childhood polio affecting his mobility.
- Despite his health challenges, McConnell’s team emphasizes his ongoing recovery and appreciation for public support, but it remains unclear if he will be able to return to the Capitol when the Senate reconvenes next week.
