Mitch McConnell's health questioned again as he pauses for seven seconds during press conference
1 year, 3 months ago

Mitch McConnell's health questioned again as he pauses for seven seconds during press conference

Hindustan Times  

The health of Sen. Mitch McConnell, the 81-year-old Republican leader, has been questioned again after he paused for seven seconds during a press conference on Wednesday. Top U.S. Senate Republican Mitch McConnell appears to freeze up for more than 30 seconds during a public appearance before he was escorted away, the second such incident in a little more than a month, after an event with the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce in Covington, Kentucky, U.S. August 30, 2023 in a still image from video. A McConnell spokesperson declined to comment on the falls but said that the GOP leader has still been walking around the Capitol for the past few months, delivering speeches and leading media events. “This is simply a prudent and precautionary measure in a crowded area,” the McConnell spokesperson told late last month.

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Jimmy Fallon Proposes A New Challenge For Mitch McConnell After Health Scare
2 weeks ago

Jimmy Fallon Proposes A New Challenge For Mitch McConnell After Health Scare

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Jimmy Fallon has faith Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell will be back in fighting shape in no time after the Kentucky Republican fell over on Tuesday. “Some news from Washington today: Mitch McConnell needed medical attention after he took a fall during a Senate Republican lunch,” Fallon said on “The Tonight Show” Tuesday. “Thankfully, McConnell is doing …

McConnell falls and sprains wrist after GOP luncheon, colleague says he is ‘fine’
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2 weeks ago

McConnell falls and sprains wrist after GOP luncheon, colleague says he is ‘fine’

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell fell and sprained his wrist while walking out of a GOP luncheon on Tuesday, the latest in a series of medical incidents for him in recent years. McConnell, who is stepping down from his leadership post at the end of the year, was walking out of his weekly party lunch with Wyoming Sen. …

Mitch McConnell falls and sprains his wrist after GOP luncheon; colleague says he is fine
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Mitch McConnell falls and sprains his wrist after GOP luncheon; colleague says he is fine

LA Times  

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell wears a bandage on his face after falling during a luncheon on Capitol Hill. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell fell and sprained his wrist while walking out of a GOP luncheon on Tuesday, the latest in a series of medical incidents for him in recent years. The longtime Republican leader, 82, also has a cut …

Mitch McConnell to step down as Senate GOP leader after November election
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Mitch McConnell to step down as Senate GOP leader after November election

Salon  

Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky will be vacating his seat as Senate minority leader following the general election in November, he announced from the Senate floor on Wednesday afternoon. “But one of life’s most underappreciated talents is to know when it’s time to move on to life’s next chapter, so I stand before you today, Mr. President and my colleagues, …

McConnell tries to reassure colleagues about his health, vows to serve out term as Senate GOP leader
1 year, 3 months ago

McConnell tries to reassure colleagues about his health, vows to serve out term as Senate GOP leader

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell declared again Wednesday that he plans to finish his term as leader despite freezing up at two news conferences over the summer, brushing off questions about his health as he sought to reassure colleagues he’s still up to the job. “I’m going to finish my term as leader and I’m going to finish …

Sen. McConnell’s health episodes show no evidence of stroke or seizure disorder but questions linger
1 year, 3 months ago

Sen. McConnell’s health episodes show no evidence of stroke or seizure disorder but questions linger

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell’s health episodes show “no evidence” of a stroke or seizure disorder, the Capitol physician said Tuesday, but his statement still left questions about the apparent freeze-ups that have drawn concerns about the 81-year-old’s situation. Questions have mounted over the long-serving Republican leader’s health since McConnell froze up last week during a press conference …

McConnell’s health episodes show no evidence of stroke or seizure disorder, Capitol doctor says
1 year, 3 months ago

McConnell’s health episodes show no evidence of stroke or seizure disorder, Capitol doctor says

LA Times  

The U.S. Capitol physician says 81-year-old Republican leader Leader Mitch McConnell’s recent health episodes show no evidence of being a stroke or seizure disorder. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell’s health episodes show “no evidence” of being a stroke or seizure disorder, the Capitol physician said in a letter Tuesday, offering little further explanation for the freeze-ups while speaking that have …

What Doctors Think Is Happening to Mitch McConnell
1 year, 3 months ago

What Doctors Think Is Happening to Mitch McConnell

Slate  

On Wednesday, Sen. Mitch McConnell froze up during a routine public event in his home state of Kentucky. The doctor’s statement was light on details about what might have happened but stated: “Occasional lightheadedness is not uncommon in concussion recovery and can also be expected as a result of dehydration.” “The statement is perfectly accurate and could still be happening …

Senate’s doctor gives McConnell clean bill of health after latest ‘freezing’ scare
1 year, 3 months ago

Senate’s doctor gives McConnell clean bill of health after latest ‘freezing’ scare

The Independent  

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Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell can continue with his work schedule, congressional physician says
1 year, 3 months ago

Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell can continue with his work schedule, congressional physician says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The attending physician to Congress said Thursday that he had cleared Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell to continue with his planned schedule after evaluating an incident in which McConnell appeared to freeze up at an event in Kentucky. “After evaluating yesterday’s incident, I have informed Leader McConnell that he is medically clear to continue with his schedule as …

McConnell's 30s freeze sparks concern about his future but can he be forced out?
1 year, 3 months ago

McConnell's 30s freeze sparks concern about his future but can he be forced out?

Hindustan Times  

There are growing concerns about the health of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, with calls for his resignation gaining momentum on social media. Convincing McConnell to step aside may prove difficult due to his immense influence within the GOP establishment. Potential successors for McConnell's role include Senate Minority Whip John Thune, former Republican Whip John Cornyn, and John Barrasso, who …

US Senate's McConnell freezes up for second time in public appearance
1 year, 3 months ago

US Senate's McConnell freezes up for second time in public appearance

ABC  

Top US Senate Republican Mitch McConnell has frozen up for more than 30 seconds during a public appearance before being escorted away, the second such incident in a little more than a month. Key points: A spokesperson said the senator felt "lightheaded and paused" He will be consulting with a physician before the Senate goes into session Some politicians are …

Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell appears to freeze up again, this time at a Kentucky event
1 year, 3 months ago

Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell appears to freeze up again, this time at a Kentucky event

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell appeared to briefly freeze up and was unable to answer a question from a reporter at an event in Kentucky on Wednesday, weeks after he had a similar episode in Washington. The latest incident in Covington, Kentucky, on Wednesday only adds to the questions in recent months about McConnell’s health and whether the …

Mitch McConnell’s GOP colleagues have ‘grown alarmed’ about aging senator’s health
1 year, 4 months ago

Mitch McConnell’s GOP colleagues have ‘grown alarmed’ about aging senator’s health

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Republican lawmakers are privately expressing their “alarm” at Senate minority …

McConnell is warmly embraced by Kentucky Republicans amid questions about his health
1 year, 4 months ago

McConnell is warmly embraced by Kentucky Republicans amid questions about his health

Associated Press  

MAYFIELD, Ky. — U.S. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell received a rousing welcome from the party faithful Saturday at a high-profile home-state political gathering amid renewed scrutiny of his health after the 81-year-old lawmaker froze up midsentence during a recent Capitol Hill news conference. Later at the Fancy Farm picnic, McConnell made a pitch for the GOP statewide ticket in …

Sen. McConnell plans to serve his full term as Republican leader despite questions about his health
1 year, 4 months ago

Sen. McConnell plans to serve his full term as Republican leader despite questions about his health

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has repeatedly said he is “fine” since he froze up midsentence during a press conference on Wednesday. Republican Sen. Kevin Cramer of North Dakota said after Wednesday’s episode that McConnell’s job as leader calls for more transparency than it would for others. “I support Senator McConnell as long as he wants to serve …

Mitch McConnell freezes and escorted away during press conference, bounces Back, 'I'm fine'
1 year, 4 months ago

Mitch McConnell freezes and escorted away during press conference, bounces Back, 'I'm fine'

Hindustan Times  

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell had a brief health scare Wednesday afternoon when he stopped speaking in the middle of a weekly Republican leadership news conference and was escorted away. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., center, is helped by, from left, Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., and Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, after the 81-year-old GOP leader …

'Odd moment': McConnell returns to presser after 'abruptly' freezing
1 year, 4 months ago

'Odd moment': McConnell returns to presser after 'abruptly' freezing

Raw Story  

U.S. Senate Republican Minority Leader Mitch McConnell appeared to freeze up during his weekly press conference and needed assistance to leave the podium. “McConnell freezes at start of Senate GOP leadership press conference and is escorted to the side by his colleagues.” “During a Senate Republican press conference, Leader Mitch McConnell began speaking, took a long pause, then was helped …

Senate GOP leader McConnell briefly leaves news conference after freezing up midsentence
1 year, 4 months ago

Senate GOP leader McConnell briefly leaves news conference after freezing up midsentence

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell briefly left his own press conference Wednesday after stopping his remarks midsentence and staring off into space for several seconds. McConnell approached the podium for his weekly press conference and began speaking about the annual defense bill on the floor, which he said was proceeding with “good bipartisan cooperation.” But he then appeared …

"You OK, Mitch?": McConnell freezes up during news conference, causing concern for his health
1 year, 4 months ago

"You OK, Mitch?": McConnell freezes up during news conference, causing concern for his health

Salon  

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., gave everyone a scare on Wednesday after appearing to go stiff mid-way through a weekly Republican leadership news conference, requiring assistance to be led away from the podium to regroup. According to NBC News, McConnell was in the process of making opening remarks regarding an annual defense policy bill when he froze up, standing …

Republicans voice support for McConnell after he froze at press conference
1 year, 4 months ago

Republicans voice support for McConnell after he froze at press conference

NPR  

Republicans voice support for McConnell after he froze at press conference Enlarge this image toggle caption Drew Angerer/Getty Images Drew Angerer/Getty Images Senate Republicans expressed confidence in Sen. Mitch McConnell's leadership Thursday, one day after the Senate minority leader abruptly froze during his weekly press conference. "I told him I got sand-bagged," McConnell quipped, in apparent reference to Biden's fall …

McConnell leaves rehab facility after therapy for concussion
1 year, 8 months ago

McConnell leaves rehab facility after therapy for concussion

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell said Saturday he has been released from the rehabilitation facility where he had physical therapy for a concussion caused by a fall earlier this month. He was released from the hospital on March 13 and, upon the advice of his doctor, moved to an inpatient rehabilitation facility for physical therapy and to continue …

Mitch McConnell leaves rehab facility after therapy for concussion
1 year, 9 months ago

Mitch McConnell leaves rehab facility after therapy for concussion

LA Times  

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell speaks to reporters following a closed-door policy meeting, at the Capitol in Washington. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell said Saturday he has been released from the rehabilitation facility where he had physical therapy for a concussion caused by a fall earlier this month. “I’m going to follow the advice of my physical therapists and spend …

Mitch McConnell’s hospitalization fuels retirement rumors: report
1 year, 9 months ago

Mitch McConnell’s hospitalization fuels retirement rumors: report

Raw Story  

Mitch McConnell suffered a concussion earlier this month in a serious fall, and the incident has fueled speculation the Senate’s top Republican may retire before completing his six-year term, RadarOnline reports. IN OTHER NEWS: Furious Trump erupts after judge refuses to delay $250M fraud trial “Mitch has been a lion of the Senate so long that it’s hard to imagine …

Mitch McConnell, released from hospital, set for inpatient rehabilitation
1 year, 9 months ago

Mitch McConnell, released from hospital, set for inpatient rehabilitation

LA Times  

Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell has been released from the hospital after treatment for a concussion and will continue to recover at an inpatient rehabilitation facility, a spokesman said. McConnell’s office said his doctors discovered over the weekend that he had also suffered a “minor rib fracture” after he tripped and fell at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Washington on …

McConnell released from hospital, headed to inpatient rehab
1 year, 9 months ago

McConnell released from hospital, headed to inpatient rehab

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell was released from the hospital Monday after treatment for a concussion and will continue to recover in an inpatient rehabilitation facility, a spokesman said. McConnell’s office said his doctors discovered over the weekend that he had also suffered a “minor rib fracture” after he tripped and fell at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in …

GOP Leader McConnell remains in hospital after concussion
1 year, 9 months ago

GOP Leader McConnell remains in hospital after concussion

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell was being treated Thursday for a concussion and is expected to remain in the hospital for “a few days” after he tripped and fell at a hotel dinner the night before, his spokesman said. Spokesman David Popp said McConnell is being treated for a concussion and “is grateful to the medical professionals for …

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