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Senator Makes Puzzling New Claim About McConnell’s Health
The Daily Beast • • nation
Key Points:
- Senator Mitch McConnell has been absent from public view for over a month following a hospitalization due to a fall that left him briefly unconscious, with conflicting reports about the severity of his condition.
- West Virginia Sen. Shelley Capito stated McConnell is currently recovering in a rehabilitation hospital, is clear-minded, and needs to regain strength, but she declined to specify details about his condition or visitation timing.
- Emergency medical dispatch records revealed that McConnell experienced a cardiac arrest requiring CPR during the June 14 incident, contradicting his team's claims that he did not suffer a stroke or heart attack.
- A photo of McConnell in the hospital released on July 12 faced skepticism regarding its recency, and his staff has provided minimal updates, only confirming he is meeting with staff on various Senate matters.
- Public figures, including Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, are calling for greater transparency about McConnell’s health, urging the senator to make a public appearance or release a video to address concerns.
