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McConnell Confined to Rehab Facility, Not Cleared to Leave

7/28/2026

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Senator Mitch McConnell’s office released a July 27 photo showing him with wife Elaine Chao and a statement that he is in a rehab facility and not cleared to leave.
An unsigned physician’s note says McConnell receives multiple daily therapy sessions while Capitol Police SUVs have been parked outside the hospital.
The White House has not responded, with Senate Majority Leader John Thune reporting he has spoken with McConnell while GOP senators avoided comment.

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Senator Mitch McConnell’s office released a July 27 photo showing him with wife Elaine Chao and a statement that he is in a rehab facility and not cleared to leave.
An unsigned physician’s note says McConnell receives multiple daily therapy sessions while Capitol Police SUVs have been parked outside the hospital.
The White House has not responded, with Senate Majority Leader John Thune reporting he has spoken with McConnell while GOP senators avoided comment.