Senator Mitch McConnell has resumed work after a hospital stay. He appeared in public for the first time in months, using a wheelchair. McConnell made a brief statement and cast his first vote since returning.
His hospitalization occurred in June, but details were scarce at the time. McConnell later said he was admitted for care after a fall.
Further information about the senator's return to work is available, including his comments on upcoming legislative tasks.
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If you are a fan of summer, you are getting a big extension here in September. Counting Monday, we have seen the most 100s in a September...EVER! The old record was in 2011 at 11. We have now seen 12, and there could be more to come this week. Highs will be in the 98-101 range th...
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