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Senator Mitch McConnell Enters Rehabilitation After Cardiac Arrest

7/27/2026

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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) entered rehabilitation following a June 14 cardiac arrest.
His office posted a July 12 photo of him seated with wife Elaine Chao.
McConnell said he avoided heart attack, stroke, tumors, hemorrhages and mild pneumonia.
Governor Andy Beshear said he has received no communication, urged a short video to end speculation, and noted chief of staff Terry Carmack earned $226,849.94 in fiscal year 2026.

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U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) entered rehabilitation following a June 14 cardiac arrest.
His office posted a July 12 photo of him seated with wife Elaine Chao.
McConnell said he avoided heart attack, stroke, tumors, hemorrhages and mild pneumonia.
Governor Andy Beshear said he has received no communication, urged a short video to end speculation, and noted chief of staff Terry Carmack earned $226,849.94 in fiscal year 2026.