Senator Mitch McConnell Remains in Rehab, Delays Return to Senate Duties
Senator Mitch McConnell, 84, remains in a rehabilitation facility following a fall at his Kentucky home in June, which led to pneumonia. His doctor has not yet cleared him to return to work, citing ongoing physical therapy to improve mobility affected by a childhood bout with polio. McConnell expressed disappointment at missing the Fancy Farm Picnic, a significant political event in Kentucky. Despite his absence, McConnell remains committed to returning to his Senate duties soon. He has served Kentucky in the Senate since 1985 and was the Senate majority leader from 2015 to 2021.