Gov. Beshear reacts to Mitch McConnell's return: 'He needs to discuss his health'
McConnell returned to the Senate floor after an extended absence while recovering from a fall.
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TAP FOR WHYMitch McConnell returned to Washington after a three-month absence and cast his first vote since a June fall. Gov. Andy Beshear welcomed his return but said McConnell should provide more transparency about his health and ability to serve.
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Senator returning to Washington and casting a vote after a three-month absence.
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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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