A senior adviser to Senator Mitch McConnell, David Popp, avoided questions from reporters about the senator's health by entering an elevator. This incident occurred on Thursday, following McConnell's announcement that he had been discharged from a rehabilitation facility after 53 days of hospitalization due to a fall and pneumonia. Popp did not respond when asked about McConnell's lack of video updates since his hospitalization that began on June 14. Popp has been with McConnell's office since 2016 and currently serves as a senior adviser. McConnell stated he would continue his Senate work from home but did not specify when he would return to voting. Senate Majority Leader John Thune did not comment on whether McConnell's vote would be needed for upcoming legislation, including the nomination of Todd Blanche for attorney general, which could be affected by McConnell's absence.
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McConnell Aide Avoids Questions Regarding Senator's Health
David Popp, a senior adviser to Senator Mitch McConnell, declined to answer questions about McConnell's health, entering an elevator to avoid reporters. McConnell was recently discharged from rehabilitation after being hospitalized for 53 days. He plans to continue his Senate duties from home but has not indicated when he will return to voting.
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