Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell “Doing Well” and “Eager” to Leave Hospital and Return to Work, Says Political Adviser

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is “doing well” and “eager” to leave the hospital and return to work, according to his longtime political adviser Josh Holmes. McConnell has been hospitalized since Wednesday night after falling and hitting his head during a dinner at the Waldorf Astoria hotel.

Holmes said he has been with McConnell for the past two days and the Kentucky Republican has been walking around and asking questions. McConnell is reportedly lobbying hospital staff to let him go, and his spokesman David Popp said Thursday in a statement that McConnell “is expected to remain in the hospital for a few days of observation and treatment.”

When Holmes entered the room, McConnell’s first question was “Did you meet with the candidates today,” referring to potential Senate candidates. This shows that despite his hospitalization, McConnell is still actively engaged in his work.

McConnell, 81, is expected to remain in the hospital for a few days for observation and treatment. Holmes said McConnell is in good spirits and is acting like his usual self.

The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety, especially for those who are more at risk of injury due to age. McConnell’s office has not released any further details on his condition.