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McConnell says a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence
Sen. Mitch McConnell on Sunday revealed that a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking the silence about his condition after weeks of mounting speculation about the Kentucky Repu…
Mitch McConnell reveals fall caused hospitalization, denies serious health issues
McConnell's health update reduces resignation speculation, impacting political stability and market perceptions of Senate leadership continuity. The post Mitch McConnell reveals fa…
McConnell provides health update after long unexplained absence; says he suffered fall, pneumonia
McConnell is the longest-serving party leader in Senate history.…
McConnell says he is unable to return to U.S. Senate yet
Senator Mitch McConnell announces he won't return to the Senate yet due to recovery from a fall and pneumonia.…
Mitch McConnell breaks weeks of silence on hospitalization, missing Senate floor votes
"As much as it frustrates me, this process takes time... And on the advice of my doctors, I won’t be able to return to the Senate floor to vote quite yet," said US Senator Mitch Mc…
McConnell says a fall led to hospitalization and he won’t return to Senate floor ‘quite yet’
Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) broke weeks of silence about his health on Sunday, saying he was hospitalized last month after he “took a fall” and he doesn’t expect “to return to the …
McConnell aims to return to Senate, dismisses resignation speculation
McConnell's absence challenges GOP legislative strength, impacting defense policy decisions and highlighting the importance of leadership stability. The post McConnell aims to retu…
Lindsey Graham’s sudden death could hamstring Trump’s Senate agenda — after rogues and Mitch McConnell cut margin
The tragic, sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham has left a void in the Senate and shrunk the GOP's majority in the upper chamber, while sparking a mad dash to fill his shoes.…
Trump says ‘I have no idea’ about hospitalized Mitch McConnell’s health
President Donald Trump on Wednesday revealed he has “no idea” about Sen. Mitch McConnell‘s (R-KY) health status, failing to ease concerns about why the elderly lawmaker has spent n…
Even Marjorie Taylor Greene Doesn’t Buy the McConnell Story
Tim, Sarah, and Sam Stein (filling in for JVL) take on the political stories dominating the headlines:…
Again? Senator Mitch McConnell Back in Hospital With Mystery Ailment
Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY), on Sunday, was rushed to the hospital with an undisclosed "mystery ailment." His condition is, as of this writing, unknown.…
US Senator Mitch McConnell hospitalized on Sunday morning, spokesperson says
McConnell's spokesman, David Popp, did not elaborate on why the Republican lawmaker from Kentucky was hospitalized or provide an update on his condition.…
Mitch McConnell hospitalized, spokesperson says
Sen. Mitch McConnell, 84, was hospitalized Sunday for an undisclosed health issue, his office announced.…
Mitch McConnell hospitalized but receiving ‘excellent care,’ adviser says
“Senator McConnell was admitted to the hospital this morning," spokesman David Popp said in a statement. "He is receiving excellent care."…
WATCH: Hawley fumes after 4 GOP senators help sink Trump-backed voter ID law
Sen. Josh Hawley criticizes four Republicans who voted with Democrats to block the SAVE Act voter ID amendment in the Senate reconciliation package.…
Federal Judge Strikes Down USCIS Benefit Freeze Policies
In a new ruling released on Friday, a federal judge held that the Trump administration agency that oversees lawful U.S. immigration must stop enforcing several policies that paused…
18 House Republicans defy Trump and vote to send $1.3 billion to Ukraine
Eighteen House Republicans broke ranks on Thursday and joined nearly every single Democrat in voting to send an additional $1.3 billion in aid to Ukraine and impose new sanctions o…
18 House Republicans defy Trump and vote to send $1.3 billion to Ukraine
Eighteen House Republicans broke ranks on Thursday and joined nearly every single Democrat in voting to send an additional $1.3 billion in aid to Ukraine and impose new sanctions o…
Four Senate Republicans again unite with Dems to block Trump's SAVE America Act
Four Senate Republicans joined Democrats to kill the SAVE Act voter ID amendment for a second time, blocking it from the budget reconciliation package.…
Mitch McConnell statement suggests he considers Bill Pulte unfit for national intelligence director role – US politics live
Republican senator does not name Trump pick but points to importance of eligibility requirements, which Pulte is widely considered to be lacking Sign up for the Breaking News US em…
McConnell warns about Pulte’s lack of experience to serve as Director of National Intelligence
The Art of the Deal cont'd, cont'd
Serious questions about Trump's scheme to get the government to (a) put $1.776 billion into a slush fund under his control, and (b) drop ALL tax claims the IRS has against him, are…
Chuck Schumer Hatches Plot To Tank Weaponization Fund
'Shut the fund down'…
McConnell lets loose on Trump on his way to Senate retirement
Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) is sailing into retirement with a political luxury he never had as Senate GOP leader: the chance to openly break with President Donald Trump. Some of Mc…
Liverpool want deal for sensational teenage goalkeeper
Liverpool have developed a reputation as one of the finest finishing schools for young British and Irish talents. There is now a well-established pathway for top young prospects wh…
Revolt: Media sides with Republican rebels ripping Trump fund for Jan. 6 lawbreakers
A number of Republicans are publicly breaking with Trump over his new $1.8 billion fund for Jan. 6 defendants, marking a rare and dramatic GOP revolt.…
Even Mitch McConnell is mortified by Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘slush fund to pay people who assault cops’
The former majority leader called it "utterly stupid, morally wrong — Take your pick."…
GOP caps turbulent week, pointing finger at White House for immigration bill blunder
The week began with Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) losing his primary to a Trump-backed challenger. It went only downhill from there for Senate Republicans. On Monday, the Department of …
Trump says ‘SAVE AMERICA ACT MUST BE PASSED’ — He’s absolutely right
President Donald Trump said it simply in a Truth Social post a few days ago: “THE SAVE AMERICA ACT MUST BE PASSED, NOW.” He’s right, of course. The SAVE America Act is a crucial pi…
McConnell slams Blanche over ‘slush fund to pay people who assault cops’
McConnell slams Blanche over ‘slush fund to pay people who assault cops’
Congress’ most out-of-it members: seniors who freeze, get bamboozled and even have dementia, yet remain in office
"Seniority can't be a senility shield. It's endangering America because they refuse to pass the torch."…
Massie ousted, Georgia Democrats big turnout, and runoffs set. What you missed from last night’s primaries
Tuesday’s primaries saw several major developments of national significance, some of which may help shape the dynamics of the midterm elections. Some of the most consequential prim…
‘I’ve got seven months left’: Massie speaks out after losing House primary to Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein –as it happened
This live blog is now closed. Trump critic Thomas Massie defeated in Kentucky Republican House primary Sign up for the Breaking News US email Trump told reporters he is giving Iran…
Bluegrass Democrats make their choice to replace McConnell, take on Trump-backed Barr
Charles Booker wins the Democratic nomination for Kentucky Senate, setting up a clash with Trump-backed Rep. Andy Barr and the SAVE America Act.…
Andy Barr Wins Republican Primary for McConnell’s Seat in Kentucky
Mr. Barr, who serves in the House, consolidated support among Republicans in part by securing the endorsement of President Trump.…
Kentucky physician advances to general election after receiving glowing Trump endorsement: 'True friend'
Ralph Alvarado, Kentucky's first Hispanic state legislator, won the GOP primary to fill Rep. Andy Barr's open seat on Tuesday after a Trump endorsement.…
Trump-backed candidate easily wins primary to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell in Kentucky
The candidate backed by President Donald Trump to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) won quickly after the polls closed in Kentucky Tuesday evening. Despite only 7% of precincts …
Trump-backed Barr poised to replace McConnell after Kentucky GOP Senate primary victory
Trump Ally Overcomes Tumultuous Senate Race In A Bitter Battle For Mitch McConnell’s Legacy
Republican candidate Andy Barr emerged victorious following in the bitter primary race to replace retiring Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell Tuesday.…
Trump-backed Andy Barr wins Kentucky Senate primary to succeed McConnell
Andy Barr and Daniel Cameron had been battling it out in the bid to succeed retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY).…
Andy Barr bests crowded Senate primary with help from Trump on way to replacing McConnell
Rep. Andy Barr topped an 11-person Kentucky Republican Senate primary, powered by Trump's endorsement, to vie for retiring Sen. McConnell's seat.…
Trump-backed Andy Barr wins GOP nomination for Mitch McConnell’s Senate seat in Kentucky
Trump changed the contours of the race after endorsing Barr and urging businessman Nate Morris to drop out of the Republican primary.…
‘I just filled up my Depends’: Pat Gray roasts Mitch McConnell after latest senior moment
During a committee hearing, the 84-year-old senator tried to shut things down early — until a staffer stepped in.…
Six US states hold primaries as Trump urges Kentucky voters to oust Massie
Republican critic of president faces challenge from Ed Gallrein, while Georgia and Pennsylvania hold key contests The biggest day of primaries yet arrives Tuesday, with voters in K…
Ending the War Will Require Force
Eric and Eliot survey a wide range of jackassery, highlighting Trump’s bizarre attack on longtime Mitch McConnell aide Robert Karem.…