Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell freezes during an event after being asked about seeking re-election, raising concerns about his health and future plans.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is "medically clear" to continue working despite experiencing lightheadedness episodes, according to his attending physician, who attributed the incidents to McConnell's previous concussion and dehydration.
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.
Senator Rand Paul expressed doubt about the conclusions made by the Capitol attending physician regarding Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's recent freeze-up, questioning the doctor's diagnosis and suggesting that McConnell's health issues may be more serious than stated.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell addressed concerns about his health and future leadership, stating that he has been cleared by the Capitol physician and has no plans to leave his current posts, despite recent freeze-ups and health issues.
Despite questions about his health, Republican senators are unlikely to organize a mutiny against Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell, as he still maintains strong support within his party.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell faced questions about his health and mental capacity after freezing at a press conference, raising concerns about his age and ability to lead.
Mitch McConnell's recent health issues could embolden his critics within the Republican Party to challenge his leadership once again.