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Mitch McConnell casts Senate vote after months away
USA Today • • nation
Key Points:
- Sen. Mitch McConnell returned to the Senate on Sept. 14 after a months-long absence due to a fall and pneumonia, sparking concern about his health.
- On Sept. 16, McConnell cast a crucial vote to advance the Senate Agriculture Committee's farm bill, a major legislative package on agriculture, nutrition, conservation, and forestry policy.
- The bill passed the committee 12-11 along party lines, with all Republicans, including McConnell, voting in favor despite Democratic opposition.
- McConnell, appearing in a wheelchair and speaking softly, expressed pride in supporting the bill and hopes for strong bipartisan backing on the Senate floor.
