Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) returned to the Senate on Monday evening to cast his first vote since June 11. McConnell had been away from the Capitol for several months recuperating from a fall he experienced at home. His extended absence and limited updates from his office regarding his health led to speculation about his condition.
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Sen. Mitch McConnell Returns to Senate for First Vote Since June
Senator Mitch McConnell returned to the Senate on September 14, 2026, to cast his first vote since June 11. His absence was due to recovery from a fall, which raised questions about his health due to the lack of information from his office.
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