New details about Mitch McConnell’s condition appear to rebut online speculation surrounding the 84-year-old lawmaker’s health. According to reports, McConnell (R-Ky.) spoke at length by phone with Senate GOP Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) on Tuesday and with Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) on Monday. The lawmakers reportedly engaged in lengthy, substantive conversations covering national security, upcoming legislation, and key Senate races.
CNN commentator and long-time McConnell ally Scott Jennings confirmed on X that he spoke with the recovering senator for 20 minutes on international affairs, Senate history, and the unfolding Graham Platner campaign scandal in Maine.
The internet is exploding with theories regarding McConnell’s health amid his over three-week hospital stay. His staff has kept his exact medical diagnosis confidential, while tabloids like TMZ have reported that the senator required emergency CPR after being found unconscious following an apparent cardiac arrest.
