‘Time to assess’: GOP senator speaks out on Mitch McConnell’s health concerns

Jump to contentThank 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 inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleMcConnell (R-KY) speaks during a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S, May 19, 2026 (Reuters)Senator Tommy Tuberville stated he still lacks information regarding the health status of his Republican colleague, Mitch McConnell, weeks after requesting more transparency. McConnell, 84, remains hospitalized and is undergoing rehabilitation following a fall in June that left him briefly unconscious and a bout of pneumonia. In late July, Tuberville voiced frustration that Republican Senate leadership had not provided a comprehensive update on McConnell's prolonged absence from votes. McConnell's office released a statement and photo at the end of July, confirming he was in rehabilitation but not yet medically cleared to return to office. Tuberville reiterated concerns that McConnell's continued absence could delay legislative actions, such as confirming President Donald Trump's attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche. In fullGOP senator admits he’s still in the dark about Mitch McConnell’s health weeks after demanding video evidenceMore 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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