Mitch McConnell breaks weeks of silence on hospitalization, misses Senate floor votes

U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell revealed on Sunday that he will not return to the Senate floor for votes as he continues his recovery from a fall and pneumonia. The 84-year-old Republican leader stated that the process is taking time and he is following his doctors' advice to remain away from his duties for now.

McConnell, who has been out of public view for nearly a month, was hospitalized in mid-June after a fall that briefly left him unconscious. While in the hospital, he developed pneumonia and received treatment. He is now at an undisclosed rehabilitation center, focusing on physical therapy and fall prevention strategies, according to a statement from his physician.

The Kentucky senator, who chairs the Senate Rules Committee, has remained engaged with legislative staff and colleagues during his absence. His extended public absence has drawn attention, particularly given the ongoing legislative work in Washington.

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As much as it frustrates me, this process takes time... And on the advice of my doctors, I won’t be able to return to the Senate floor to vote quite yet.