Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) sought medical attention on Tuesday after a fall following a lunch meeting with fellow GOP senators. According to McConnell’s office, the 82-year-old senator tripped after the lunch and suffered a minor facial injury and a sprained wrist. Fortunately, doctors gave McConnell the all-clear to resume his regular schedule.
McConnell was later seen at the Capitol with a bandage on his face and a brace on his wrist. When asked by reporters how he was feeling, McConnell responded, “I’m good.”
Earlier, McConnell was seen walking back to his office, accompanied by a medical team and Senate Republican Conference Chair John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), who had hosted the lunch. Barrasso later informed reporters that McConnell had fallen right before he was scheduled to attend his weekly press conference. Senate Republican Whip John Thune (R-S.D.) filled in for McConnell at the press conference, reassuring the press that the Kentucky senator was doing fine and recovering in his office.
“He is fine, he is in his office,” Thune said, directing any further questions to McConnell’s staff. After the fall, several of McConnell’s aides were seen rushing to the luncheon area, and a medical team appeared with a wheelchair.
Despite the fall, the incident seemed to have gone unnoticed by many in attendance at the lunch, as they left without any visible concern. McConnell had already spoken during the lunch, and it wasn’t until later that the full extent of the situation became clear.
Though the fall understandably raised some concern, McConnell’s swift recovery highlights his resilience. Known for his tireless work ethic and dedication to his role in the Senate, McConnell appears to be in good spirits and fully committed to continuing his leadership in the Republican Party.