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Mitch McConnell Discharged After Weeklong Hospital Stay for ‘Flu-Like Symptoms’

His office says he will work from home this week on his doctors’ advice.

Overview

  • The Kentucky senator left the hospital Tuesday after roughly eight days of care.
  • He checked himself in early February after experiencing what his office described as “flu-like symptoms,” seeking evaluation out of an abundance of caution.
  • Spokesman David Popp said McConnell is feeling better, will work remotely this week, and stayed in regular contact with his staff during the hospitalization.
  • Officials have not disclosed a specific diagnosis, though the spokesman previously described his prognosis as positive.
  • McConnell, 83, has not voted since Jan. 30 and has a recent history of health incidents; he announced last year he will not seek reelection in 2026, prompting a competitive GOP primary in Kentucky.