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US Senator McConnell says he’s been discharged from rehabilitation centre

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Updated 6.8.2026
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Aug 6 Evening

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Al JazeeraAug 6

US Senator McConnell says he’s been discharged from rehabilitation centre

US Senator Mitch McConnell announced on Thursday that he has been discharged from a rehabilitation center and will continue his recovery at home. McConnell, who has not been seen publicly since June 11, was hospitalized on June 14 after a fall at his Washington, D.C. home. His prolonged absence has led to criticism regarding the transparency of his health status, with his office releasing only photos and no video or audio updates. McConnell stated he will undergo intensive physical therapy at home during the Senate's August recess and will continue to engage with staff and colleagues on Senate business. The 84-year-old senator's absence has also highlighted discussions about the age of elected officials.

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The Guardian - World NewsAug 6

Mitch McConnell leaves rehab center to continue recovery from fall at home

Senator Mitch McConnell, 84, has been discharged from a rehabilitation center and will continue his recovery at home following a fall in June that led to his hospitalization. His absence from the Senate since mid-June had fueled speculation about his health. McConnell stated he will maintain a physical therapy regimen at home and continue engaging with staff and colleagues on Senate business. His extended absence has drawn scrutiny from lawmakers in both parties. He was admitted to the hospital on June 14, and his office later disclosed the hospitalization was due to a fall at his home and a mild case of pneumonia.

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South China Morning PostAug 6

US Senator Mitch McConnell says he’s been released from rehab centre

US Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky has been discharged from a rehabilitation centre and will continue his recovery at home. The 84-year-old Republican was initially admitted to the hospital on June 14, later revealing his hospitalization was due to a fall and that he was undergoing physiotherapy. McConnell did not provide a specific date for his return to the Capitol. Senators are expected to depart Washington soon for the August recess, with votes unlikely for the following five weeks.

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Senator Mitch McConnell has been discharged from a rehabilitation centre and will continue his recovery at home.

— Mitch McConnell

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McConnell has not been seen in public since June 11.

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McConnell was hospitalised on June 14 after suffering a fall at his home in Washington, DC.

— Mitch McConnell's office

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Online influencer and US President Donald Trump ally Laura Loomer claimed McConnell’s true condition was being withheld from the public.

— Laura Loomer

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US Senator Mitch McConnell has been discharged from a rehabilitation centre.

— Mitch McConnell