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McConnell Recovering After Hospital Stay, Faces Resignation Calls

7/25/2026

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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell was hospitalized, with his office saying on July 12 that he is recovering.
A July 12 photo shows McConnell smiling with his wife 40 days after his hospitalization.
Andy Barr said he only texted McConnell while Rand Paul declined to speak or visit.
Charles Booker criticized the lack of transparency, noting McConnell missed dozens of votes and asking why Barr does not demand McConnell's resignation.

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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell was hospitalized, with his office saying on July 12 that he is recovering.
A July 12 photo shows McConnell smiling with his wife 40 days after his hospitalization.
Andy Barr said he only texted McConnell while Rand Paul declined to speak or visit.
Charles Booker criticized the lack of transparency, noting McConnell missed dozens of votes and asking why Barr does not demand McConnell's resignation.