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Why one Senate Republican says 'classic Mitch' has returned
USA Today • • nation
Key Points:
- Senate Republicans have expressed relief and gratitude following Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's return to the Capitol after a three-month absence due to a fall and pneumonia.
- McConnell, 84, returned to work in a wheelchair with visible bruises but appeared determined to complete his final Senate term, which ends in January as he is not seeking reelection.
- Colleagues, including Sen. Thom Tillis, noted McConnell's focus remains on key issues like preserving the filibuster and supporting Ukraine amid its conflict with Russia.
- Despite some public concern over a seemingly incorrect vote during a Senate Agriculture Committee meeting, fellow senators confirmed McConnell voted correctly and is mentally capable.
- Senate Republicans welcomed McConnell's presence as the Senate prepares for a two-week session before a recess ahead of the November midterm elections.
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