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Top Republican, 84, Ignores Health Crisis in New Statement

The Daily Beast

June 23, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Appeal to Fear

Top Republican, 84, Ignores Health Crisis in New Statement

Kevin Lamarque / REUTERSThe reason behind former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s latest hospitalization is still a mystery as the 84-year-old Kentucky senator has remained MIA for over a week.McConnell will not return to Capitol Hill this week following his hospitalization on the morning of June 14, his office said Monday. The details surrounding McConnell’s health crisis have yet to be revealed.“Senator McConnell is still working closely with staff on Senate business and Kentucky matters as he continues his recovery. However, he will not be voting this week,” said McConnell spokesperson David Popp, according to Politico.Read more at The Daily Beast.

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