Mitch McConnell admitted to hospital with ‘flu-like symptoms’ | Republicans

In a statement from his office, it was stated that Republican senator Mitch McConnell was hospitalized with “flu-like symptoms” on Monday night.

“After experiencing flu-like symptoms over the weekend, Senator McConnell, out of an abundance of caution, checked into a local hospital last night for evaluation,” the statement said. “His prognosis is positive and he is grateful for the excellent care he received.”

McConnell, 83, missed Senate votes on Monday and Tuesday. According to Politico. it exists struggled with its mobility in recent yearsIn 2023, he falls repeatedly and suffers a concussion.

The Kentucky senator said last year he would I do not want to be re-elected in 2026 after a more than 40-year career in the U.S. Senate.

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