Sen. Mitch McConnell says he’s been released from the rehabilitation center he’s been recovering in, more than seven weeks after a fall at home that led to intense speculation and scrutiny over the 84-year-old’s condition.
McConnell said in a statement he was released Thursday morning and will continue his recovery at home.
“On the advice of my doctors, I’ll maintain an intensive regimen of physical therapy from home during the state work period, and I’ll continue to engage with my staff and colleagues on important Senate business,” McConnell continued.
The US Senate is out of session right now, and is not due back for votes until mid-September.
McConnell’s statement is the third set of remarks attributed to him in recent weeks, as rumors swirled online about his condition and ability to serve Kentuckians. Outside of two provided photos, McConnell has not been seen publicly since June.
Democratic US Senate candidate Charles Booker said in a social media post he’s “glad” to see McConnell’s update, but continued his push for increased transparency.
“Now let’s hear from him,” Booker continued. “Kentuckians deserve more than another written statement. They deserve to hear directly from their senator about his recovery and his ability to continue serving.”
Booker prodded his Republican opponent, US Rep. Andy Barr, to “stop speaking for him and start urging him to speak to the people of Kentucky.
“Will you stand up for your constituents or protect Mitch McConnell?”
