Sen. Mitch McConnell, 84, says he is undergoing physical therapy and has been moved to a rehabilitation facility after being hospitalized following a fall at his Washington home on June 14, when he was briefly unconscious. In statements accompanying a newly released photo posted by his office, McConnell says doctors have confirmed he did not break bones, suffer a concussion, or have a heart attack or stroke. He also says he dealt with a mild case of pneumonia during his hospitalization and that he is “working closely” with legislative staff but is not yet able to return to the Senate floor to vote. His office previously said he has continued a strenuous course of physical therapy since leaving hospital care and remains not medically cleared to leave the rehab facility.
During the weeks he was out of public view, McConnell’s office provided limited medical details, prompting public speculation and calls for clearer proof, including demands for a video. Some far-right figures questioned whether the circulated photo was taken recently or raised other unverified claims. Other political figures later urged people to treat rumors as false. McConnell also said he will miss a Kentucky event, Fancy Farm, scheduled for Saturday.
