The reports come as concerns continue to mount about the senator’s health, following several public episodes in which he has appeared to freeze for several seconds.
The reports come as concerns continue to mount about the senator’s ability to serve, following several public episodes in which he has appeared to freeze for several seconds while taking questions from reporters – leading to questions about his health.
According to Punchbowl News, the Kentucky Republican, 82, fell down a small set of stairs on as he was exiting the chamber after a confirmation vote for Housing and Urban Development secretary nominee Scott Turner.
Senator Mitch McConnell suffered two falls while near the Senate chamber on Wednesday, according to reports.
McConnell, the longest-serving party leader in the upper chamber’s history, announced his intention to stand down from leadership in February 2024.
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