Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyle(AFP/Getty)Sen. Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized since June 14 after paramedics responded to his home for an unconscious person, with dispatch audio indicating CPR for cardiac arrest. His office states he is “improving” and working with staff, but detailed updates on the condition of the 84-year-old former GOP Senate leader have been scarce, fueling speculation in Washington, D.C. Far-right activist Laura Loomer, who has connections to Trump's White House, amplified unverified claims that McConnell is “brain dead” amid the lack of official updates. McConnell, whose health has been visibly declining, has recently broken with Trump and the White House on key issues, including opposing funding for January 6 rioters and certain Cabinet appointments. His prolonged absence creates difficulties for Republican Senate leadership, particularly Majority Leader John Thune, as the party navigates internal divisions and upcoming midterm elections. In fullRumors swirl over Mitch McConnell’s health as his office goes silent and Senate legend remains hospitalizedMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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The former Senate Republican leader’s office has not detailed what led to his hospitalization or the status of his recovery, but police scanner audio shows CPR was performed at…

McConnell was admitted to the hospital on June 14 after an emergency at his home, but his office has released few details about his health.

Speculation is swirling around McConnell’s real condition, after weeks of his being absent from Congress.

The 84-year-old senator has been hospitalized twice this year, with his latest hospitalization lasting weeks.

Senior Republican Senator Mitch McConnell was hospitalized after emergency responders were reportedly dispatched to his residence on June 14. His office has provided brief…

Staff for Senator Mitch McConnell said last week that he is “continuing his recovery” in a hospital. Unverified claims are now spreading on social media.

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It's natural to wonder about a public figure's health – especially a politician who influences Americans' lives – but speculation can be harmful, too.

Sen. Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized since June 14. Here's what we know about his health.

CNN's Scott Jennings said he spoke with Mitch McConnell for nearly 20 minutes, confirming he's recovering in hospital, countering viral “brain dead” claims.

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyle(AFP/Getty)Sen. Mitch McConnell has been…

Paramedics responded to the former senate majority leader’s home on June 14 and he has reportedly been hospitalized ever since

McConnell, the former longtime Senate leader who declined to seek an eighth term following a series of health scares, was admitted to the hospital on June 14.

Sen. Mitch McConnell, the former Senate Republican leader, has been hospitalized since June 14.

Mitch McConnell's social media has been silent since June 12, shortly before his hospitalization for an apparent heart attack.

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleMembers of Senate leadership have released…

McConnell has been in the hospital for weeks with no explanation and few updates, sparking macabre rumors. Here’s the latest news on the senator.

Mitch McConnell 20-minute call: Senator Mitch McConnell remains actively engaged in Senate matters while recovering. Colleagues report lengthy phone conversations covering…

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