McConnell speaks to Republican leaders as speculation swirls about his health, remains hospitalized
Summary
Senator Mitch McConnell has been in the hospital for over three weeks due to unknown health issues. Despite this, top Senate Republicans have talked with him by phone, and he continues to improve while preparing to retire in January.Key Facts
- Mitch McConnell was admitted to the hospital on June 14 for unspecified health problems.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senator John Barrasso each spoke with McConnell recently by phone.
- McConnell’s team says he is improving and working closely with staff while recovering.
- He plans to retire at the end of his current term in January.
- McConnell has a history of health issues, including past hospital stays, a concussion from a fall, and childhood polio.
- He has continued to attend Senate sessions, often using a wheelchair.
- No new details about his condition have been released, leading to public speculation.
- The Senate is currently out of session and will return next week.
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