Mitch McConnell Returns to Senate After Three-Month Health Absence
The 84-year-old Kentucky Republican resumed his duties in Washington following a fall, hospitalization, pneumonia and weeks of rehabilitation, according to CNBC.
Senator Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., has returned to the U.S. Senate after a three-month absence related to health issues, CNBC reported.
According to the report, the 84-year-old lawmaker was away from Washington after suffering a fall that led to hospitalization. He subsequently developed pneumonia and underwent weeks of rehabilitation before being cleared to resume his Senate duties.
CNBC did not provide additional details on McConnell's current condition or his specific legislative activities since returning. The report did not include statements from McConnell's office or Senate colleagues regarding his return.
McConnell, who has served in the Senate for decades, has faced public health episodes in recent years that drew attention to his fitness for continued service. The latest absence marked one of his longest stretches away from the chamber, per the report.
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