McConnell is ‘fully engaged’ on Senate, KY matters amid hospitalization, spokesperson says

By: McKenna Horsley

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: June 16, 2026

Words: 204

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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A spokesperson for U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell said the Kentucky Republican is keeping up with government business during his recent hospitalization.

“Senator McConnell is fully engaged with staff on Senate business and Kentucky matters and is very appreciative of the outstanding care he is receiving,” said Stephanie Penn in a Monday evening statement.

McConnell, 84, was admitted to a hospital on Sunday, Penn previously said. The original statement did not say why …

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