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McConnell Hospitalized After Heart Attack; Chao Meets China VP

7/5/2026

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Sen. Mitch McConnell suffered a heart attack, received CPR, and remains hospitalized in Washington, D.C. with a serious condition.
Elaine Chao, 73, met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng on June 17 to discuss strengthening China-U.S. relations despite holding no current government role.
Democratic candidate Charles Booker and emergency physician Dr. Jeremy Faust both said McConnell’s health may prevent him from resuming duties soon.

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Sen. Mitch McConnell suffered a heart attack, received CPR, and remains hospitalized in Washington, D.C. with a serious condition.
Elaine Chao, 73, met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng on June 17 to discuss strengthening China-U.S. relations despite holding no current government role.
Democratic candidate Charles Booker and emergency physician Dr. Jeremy Faust both said McConnell’s health may prevent him from resuming duties soon.