Sen. Mitch McConnell hospitalized following fall, plans to complete term

Senator Mitch McConnell, who has been hospitalized since June 11, stated that he suffered a fall last month that caused him to be briefly unconscious. He also reported dealing with a mild case of pneumonia. In a statement, McConnell confirmed that he did not sustain any fractures, concussions, or serious medical issues such as a heart attack or stroke. He mentioned that he is currently in a rehabilitation facility and is making progress, although he will not return to the Senate immediately. McConnell intends to complete his term, which ends in January, but has announced that he will not seek re-election. His office released a note from the Office of the Attending Physician, which indicated that McConnell has experienced several falls in recent years related to his post-polio condition. The physician's statement confirmed that he has been cleared to continue his physical therapy program.