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Senate set to reconvene Monday, but Mitch McConnell's return remains unclear

McConnell said he plans to cast his first Senate vote since June while continuing his recovery.

Senate set to reconvene Monday, but Mitch McConnell's return remains unclear
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Mitch McConnell said he plans to cast his first Senate vote since June as he continues recovering from health problems.

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Mitch McConnell Returns to Congress After 92-Day Absence

Mitch McConnell returned to the Senate after a 92-day absence. Left-leaning outlets focus on unanswered questions about his health and prolonged absence, including his limited public communication and return appearance. Center outlets largely cover his return and recovery, while also noting effects on Senate business and a surgeon’s warning about another fall.

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