McConnell returns to Capitol after 3-month absence
Summary
Senator Mitch McConnell returned to the U.S. Capitol on Monday after three months away due to health issues. He voted for the first time since June and said he is ready to work on important bills like the farm bill and support NATO and Ukraine.Key Facts
- McConnell arrived at the Capitol in a wheelchair and spoke briefly to reporters.
- He cast his first Senate vote since June on Monday evening, supporting a judicial nominee.
- McConnell said his recovery from a bad fall and mild pneumonia has been long and difficult.
- He mentioned ongoing physical therapy and not being fully recovered yet.
- McConnell plans to help move the farm bill and continue supporting NATO and Ukraine.
- He was last seen at the Capitol on June 11 before his hospitalization.
- There were rumors and questions about his health during his absence.
- McConnell is 84 years old and will retire when his current term ends in January.
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