Capitol Hill doctor: No evidence McConnell has seizure disorder or experienced stroke when freezing before cameras

The Capitol's attending physician has stated that there is no evidence that Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell has a seizure disorder or any other serious health condition after he experienced two recent health scares in front of TV cameras.

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