Trump Comments on McConnell’s Health After Hospitalization
During a conversation with reporters on Wednesday night, President Donald Trump expressed uncertainty about Senator Mitch McConnell’s condition, following the lawmaker’s recent, prolonged hospitalization.
While aboard Air Force One, Trump was asked whether he had been in touch with McConnell since the senator was hospitalized on June 14. Trump’s response was a straightforward, “No.”
“I have no idea how he’s doing,” Trump replied when asked about the former Senate majority leader.
Since being hospitalized, McConnell has remained out of the public eye, which has raised concerns regarding his health and ability to complete his term. His seventh term is set to conclude in early January, and he has already stated that he will not seek re-election after decades of service.
Previously, in February, McConnell was hospitalized for about a week due to what were described as “flu-like symptoms.”
In recent years, McConnell has experienced various health incidents that attracted considerable attention. For example, in August 2023, he appeared to freeze while addressing reporters, and just last February, he fell twice while on the Senate floor.
Contrasting some of the more dramatic claims circulating online, several individuals have reported speaking with McConnell since his hospitalization. Notable figures like CNN commentator Scott Jennings, Senate Whip John Barrasso, and Senate Majority Leader John Thune all mentioned having conversations with him.
Meanwhile, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has taken action by sending a letter to McConnell’s Senate office, urging a full report on the senator’s health to address the concerns of Kentucky residents.
“Allowing speculation to continue in the media is not fair to the Senator or to Kentuckians,” Beshear stated. “I hope this provides him the opportunity to share information transparently, directly from the source. I wish him a safe and speedy recovery.”
It’s worth noting that Kentucky state law mandates a special election to fill McConnell’s seat should he vacate it before August 3.
