Sen. Mitch McConnell remains at a rehabilitation facility and has not yet been medically cleared to leave, according to a new update released by his office and physician. The statement offers a rare look at the Kentucky Republican’s condition as he recovers from a fall and a recent bout of pneumonia.
The physician’s update said McConnell’s history with childhood polio continues to play an important role in his mobility. That detail helps explain why his recovery is being closely monitored and why his return from rehab has not been approved yet.
Along with the medical statement, a new photo of McConnell was released. The update appears aimed at providing reassurance after questions about his health and timetable for recovery.
While no departure date was announced, the latest information indicates McConnell is still in the rehabilitation phase rather than preparing for an immediate return. For now, the senator’s office is signaling that his progress continues, but that doctors have not signed off on leaving the facility.
