McConnell Hospitalized; Health Troubles Mount

Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) was hospitalized Sunday, June 14, 2026, his office said without revealing his condition. The 84-year-old has faced multiple health episodes since 2023: a fall with concussion and rib fractures, plus on-camera freezing incidents raising questions about his fitness to serve. He stepped down as Senate Republican leader in February 2024 but remains a senator.