Mitch McConnell Addresses Health Concerns After Hospitalization

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Mitch McConnell, 84, released a statement and photo addressing his recent hospitalization.
He confirmed a fall led to his hospital stay, denying reports of cardiac arrest, heart attack, stroke, tumors, or hemorrhages, but acknowledging a brief unconsciousness and mild pneumonia.
He stated he is fit to serve but will not return to the Senate floor yet, continuing legislative work remotely.

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Mitch McConnell, 84, released a statement and photo addressing his recent hospitalization. He confirmed a fall led to his hospital stay, denying reports of cardiac arrest, heart attack, stroke, tumors, or hemorrhages, but acknowledging a brief unconsciousness and mild pneumonia. He stated he is fit to serve but will not return to the Senate floor yet, continuing legislative work remotely.

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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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