Mitch McConnell to Delay Senate Return After Fall and Pneumonia

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Senator Mitch McConnell will delay his return to the Senate after a fall and mild pneumonia.
The 84-year-old Republican, who was briefly unconscious, confirmed no broken bones or serious conditions, citing age-related vulnerability and past polio.
His wife, Elaine Chao, faced criticism for a trip to China while he was hospitalized.

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Senator Mitch McConnell will delay his return to the Senate after a fall and mild pneumonia. The 84-year-old Republican, who was briefly unconscious, confirmed no broken bones or serious conditions, citing age-related vulnerability and past polio. His wife, Elaine Chao, faced criticism for a trip to China while he was hospitalized.

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