The 84-year-old Kentucky senator released a statement and photo, but doctors have not cleared him to return to the Senate floor
Mitch McConnell breaks silence, says he's in rehab after hospitalization
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Senator Mitch McConnell, 84, broke a four-week silence on Sunday night by releasing a statement and a photo from a rehabilitation center, where he is recovering after a mystery hospitalization. In the update, the Kentucky Republican said he had moved from hospital care to a rehabilitation facility to continue regaining his strength, but his doctors have not yet cleared him to resume voting on the Senate floor. McConnell acknowledged that his prolonged absence had raised concerns among constituents, expressing gratitude for the support he and his wife have received. He added that he is following all medical advice to speed his recovery.
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'With signs of continued progress, I've been able to move from hospital care to a rehabilitation center where I'll keep regaining my strength.' Despite the progress, the longtime Kentucky senator said his doctors have not yet cleared him to resume voting on the Senate floor.
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Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health and a photo Sunday night after questions swirled about his well-being.
according to CBS News — LatestThe 84-year-old acknowledged that his prolonged absence had prompted concern and questions from constituents, saying he and his wife had been grateful for the support they had received.
according to Daily Mail +1"And I'm continuing to do everything they ask to speed my recovery." McConnell also disclosed that his condition has improved enough for him to leave the hospital.
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"I don't have any tumors or hemorrhages," McConnell said.
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