Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell Remains Hospitalized as Senate Adjourns
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Senator Mitch McConnell's office says the 84-year-old lawmaker is continuing his recovery in a hospital, with no details released about his condition or expected return to the Capitol.
Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell is still hospitalized, his staff said, and is "continuing his recovery" while the Senate is out of session. The office confirmed his admission on June 14 and noted he is receiving "excellent care," but provided no further medical information or a timeline for his return to Washington. A later statement added that he "continues to improve" and thanked supporters for their messages.
The senator, who stepped down as Republican leader last year after a 16-year tenure, has not commented publicly, and a spokeswoman did not respond to a request for comment on Monday. McConnell, 84, is serving the final months of his term, which ends in January.
His recent hospitalization follows a series of health incidents over the past years, including a concussion in 2023, a wrist sprain in 2022, and earlier surgeries for a fractured shoulder and polio-related mobility issues. Despite these challenges, he has continued to attend Senate sessions, often using a wheelchair.
No further updates have been issued by the senator's office regarding his condition or whether he will be present when the Senate reconvenes next week.