U.S. Senate Mitch McConnell falls during Republican lunch at US Capitol
Date
12/11/2024 7:40:52 AM
(MENAFN) U.S. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, 82, fell during a Republican lunch on Tuesday, resulting in injuries to his face and wrist. McConnell’s office issued a statement confirming that the long-serving senator suffered a sprained wrist and a "minor cut" to his face. The incident occurred at the Capitol, and despite the injuries, McConnell continued to move around.
Photos taken shortly after the fall show McConnell walking in the Capitol with a bandage on his left cheek and a brace on his left wrist, which visibly indicated the extent of his injuries. While the fall was concerning, the minor nature of his injuries was noted by his staff.
This incident is the latest in a series of health concerns for McConnell. Over the past few months, the senator has faced multiple falls and has been involved in at least two notable incidents in which he froze during press conferences, unable to answer questions from reporters. These episodes have prompted widespread speculation about McConnell's health and his ability to continue in his leadership role.
Senator John Thune, who is set to replace McConnell in the new Congress starting in January, addressed the situation, telling reporters that McConnell is "fine" after the fall. McConnell has served in the Senate for nearly four decades, and his long tenure has made him a key figure in American politics. Despite these recent health concerns, McConnell’s continued influence in the Senate remains significant.
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