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McConnell Discharged, Farm Bill Sent Back Over Vote Shortage

8/7/2026

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Mitch McConnell (R-KY) said he was discharged from rehab and will continue home therapy during August recess.
He was unconscious after a June fall and, in July, reported a fall, pneumonia, and rehab transfer.
Skeptics alleged his photos were AI-generated, leading critics to demand video proof he was alive.
His leave left Republicans without enough votes to pass the farm bill in the Agriculture Committee, sending it back for reconsideration.

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Mitch McConnell (R-KY) said he was discharged from rehab and will continue home therapy during August recess.
He was unconscious after a June fall and, in July, reported a fall, pneumonia, and rehab transfer.
Skeptics alleged his photos were AI-generated, leading critics to demand video proof he was alive.
His leave left Republicans without enough votes to pass the farm bill in the Agriculture Committee, sending it back for reconsideration.