Elaine Chao's China Trip Amid Mitch McConnell's Hospitalization

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Elaine Chao, wife of Senator Mitch McConnell, was on a pre-planned trip in China supporting family philanthropy when McConnell was hospitalized.
A spokesperson stated her trip did not warrant an immediate return, and McConnell is recovering and working on Senate matters.

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Elaine Chao, wife of Senator Mitch McConnell, was on a pre-planned trip in China supporting family philanthropy when McConnell was hospitalized. A spokesperson stated her trip did not warrant an immediate return, and McConnell is recovering and working on Senate matters.

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