Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has been hospitalized for an undisclosed medical reason, his spokesperson confirmed on Sunday, NBC News’ Julie Tsirkin reported.
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“Senator McConnell was admitted to the hospital this morning. He is receiving excellent care,” said McConnell’s spokesperson David Popp, according to Tsirkin.
Formerly the Senate majority leader, McConnell has had a number of notable health scares over the past several years.
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In 2023, he suffered a concussion after falling at a Washington, D.C. dinner event. Later that same year, he suffered multiple freezing spells where he abruptly stopped speaking. And in February, McConnell was rushed to the hospital after experiencing flu-like symptoms “in an abundance of caution,” Popp previously said.
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At 84, McConnell is among the longest-serving and oldest members of Congress.
Statement from Senator McConnell spox, David Popp:
“Senator McConnell was admitted to the hospital this morning. He is receiving excellent care.”
— Julie Tsirkin (@news_jul) June 14, 2026
