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Senator Mitch McConnell Returns to Senate After Hospitalization

Senator Mitch McConnell returned to the Senate on September 14, 2026, after a three-month absence due to hospitalization following a fall. He discussed his recovery process and ongoing physical therapy, emphasizing his commitment to fulfill his duties despite health challenges. McConnell's absence raised public concerns regarding the age and health of lawmakers.

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Senator Mitch McConnell returned to the Senate on September 14, 2026, after a three-month absence due to hospitalization following a fall. He discussed his recovery process and ongoing physical therapy, emphasizing his commitment to fulfill his duties despite health challenges. McConnell's absence raised public concerns regarding the age and health of lawmakers.

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WATCH: McConnell returns to the Senate for the first time since his June hospitalization

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