Mitch McConnell is back, and it's terrifying
McConnell returned to the Senate after months out of public view, prompting questions about his health and transparency.
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TAP FOR WHYMitch McConnell returned to the Senate after a three-month public absence, prompting questions about his health and ability to serve. The Salon essay says uncertainty about his condition and limited transparency fuel concerns about accountability.
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63 OUTLETSOutlets agree that McConnell returned to the Senate after about three months away following a June fall and hospitalization. He said he was still recovering and intended to resume work and attend important votes. Left-leaning outlets report the return but emphasize concerns about McConnell’s health, ability to serve and public accountability. Center outlets focus on his recovery and plans to resume Senate work, including attendance at votes. Right-leaning outlets largely focus on the return’s effect on Senate votes, while some cast it as an answer to speculation about his health.
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