Sen. McConnell Returns to Senate After Three-Month Recovery from Fall
Sen. Mitch McConnell returns to the Senate after a three-month absence, casting his first vote since June amid ongoing recovery.
POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — Senator Mitch McConnell, the 84-year-old Republican leader of the Senate, made a visible return to the Capitol on Monday, wheeling himself into the chamber for his first vote since June following a serious fall that kept him out of public view for over three months.
McConnell, who had not appeared in front of reporters since his June 14 incident, addressed media outside the Senate chamber before heading to the floor. He acknowledged he is still not fully recovered but expressed relief at being back in the legislative process. His return comes after a period of hospitalization and rehabilitation, during which the Senate advanced key legislation without his presence.
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The senator shared updates on his health, noting that his recovery has been a slow and challenging process, exacerbated by lingering effects from childhood polio. He also emphasized his commitment to continuing his role in the Senate, particularly in supporting the farm bill and maintaining U.S. commitments to NATO. McConnell’s absence led to widespread speculation about his health, but he has since confirmed that he is on track for continued physical therapy as he regains full strength.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
