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Mitch McConnell breaks four-week silence with first photo and update on his mystery hospitalization

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham’s sudden death has sent shockwaves through Washington

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Republican Senator Lindsey Graham’s sudden death has sent shockwaves through Washington. While receiving excellent care over the past several weeks, I've also had to deal with a mild case of pneumonia." Mr McConnell added that it was hard to discuss his health publicly. The 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.

Furthermore, "But at the same time, I've had more than my share of experience with physical vulnerabilities. Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health and a photo Sunday night after questions swirled about his well-being. A photo could have been taken at any time.

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Republican Senator Lindsey Graham’s sudden death has sent shockwaves through Washington.
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While receiving excellent care over the past several weeks, I've also had to deal with a mild case of pneumonia." Mr McConnell added that it was hard to discuss his health publicly.
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The 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.
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"But at the same time, I've had more than my share of experience with physical vulnerabilities.
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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.
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A photo could have been taken at any time.
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A wave of Russian drones and missiles killed four people , Ukrainian officials said on Sunday .
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the Ukrainian president, said there would also be changes in the top ranks of law enforcement agencies.
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Now the US senator has spoken publicly for the first time again.
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In this case, that would be July 21.
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Graham was a regular at global gatherings both public and private, offering interpretations of US administration policy to audiences and officials abroad.
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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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Republican Senator Lindsey Graham’s sudden death has sent shockwaves through Washington.
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While receiving excellent care over the past several weeks, I've also had to deal with a mild case of pneumonia." Mr McConnell added that…
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