Senator Mitch McConnell, a Republican from Kentucky, will not participate in Senate votes this week as he continues to recover from a recent hospitalization, according to his spokesman, David Popp. Popp stated that McConnell is still engaged with his staff on Senate business and Kentucky matters but will not be voting. The reason for McConnell's hospitalization earlier this month has not been disclosed. McConnell, who has served in the Senate since 1985, is 84 years old and announced last year that he would not seek re-election for an eighth term. He has experienced a series of health issues in recent years, including a hospitalization for flu-like symptoms earlier this year and multiple falls resulting in injuries.
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Mitch McConnell to Miss Senate Votes This Week Due to Ongoing Recovery
Senator Mitch McConnell will not vote in the Senate this week as he continues his recovery from hospitalization. His spokesman confirmed that he remains involved in Senate business but has not disclosed the reason for his recent hospitalization. McConnell, 84, has faced several health challenges in recent years.
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