Mitch McConnell returns to Senate after months-long absence
Summary
Senator Mitch McConnell returned to the Senate after being away for several months due to a fall that required hospitalization and rehabilitation. He cast his first vote since his return and said he is still recovering but ready to participate in important Senate work.Key Facts
- Mitch McConnell is an 84-year-old Republican senator from Kentucky.
- He has been absent from the Senate since mid-June following a fall.
- The fall caused injuries that required hospital care and rehabilitation.
- McConnell returned to the Capitol and voted on Monday.
- He said he is still recovering and doing physical therapy.
- McConnell mentioned the lasting effects of childhood polio make recovery harder.
- He thanked people in Kentucky for their support during his absence.
- McConnell plans to take part in important Senate votes as much as possible.
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