The office of Sen. Mitch McConnell and the Senate’s attending physician released updates about the senator’s condition on Monday as wild speculation about his health continues online and in the media.
A press release from the senator’s office included a photo of a smiling McConnell and his wife, former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, in the hospital.
“I’m still working hard to get back to my full schedule of work in the Senate and in Kentucky, keeping up with intense physical therapy per my doctors’ orders,” said McConnell, who lamented that he would not be able to attend the annual “Fancy Farm” event in Kentucky this year as a result of his recovery.
“As always, I appreciate all of your continued well wishes, and I’m looking forward to getting back to the Senate and to Kentucky soon.”
The Senate’s attending physician said that McConnell was improving but not yet cleared for release.
“Senator McConnell continues his recovery from a fall at home in June. OAP physicians visit with the Senator every day, discussing all aspects of his rehabilitation care. Since his discharge from hospital care, he has maintained a strenuous course of physical therapy and rehabilitation, including multiple sessions a day designed to rebuild strength and reduce the risk of future falls. His bout with childhood polio continues to be a significant factor in his mobility. He is not yet medically cleared to leave the rehab facility and return to the office.”
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