politics
Mitch McConnell announces discharge from rehabilitation center
Republican, 84, absent from Senate after fall that led to hospital stay, says he will continue recovery at home
TL;DR
- Senator Mitch McConnell has been discharged from a rehabilitation center after being hospitalized due to a fall.
- He will continue his recovery at home and engage with staff and colleagues on Senate business.
- McConnell's weeks-long absence has fueled speculation and scrutiny regarding his health.
- Several legislative agenda items remain, including a vote on Todd Blanche's confirmation as US attorney general.
- McConnell disclosed that a fall at home and a mild case of pneumonia led to his hospitalization and extended time away.