Senator McConnell Delays Return to Senate Floor for Voting
Senator Mitch McConnell announced that he will not be returning to the Senate floor to vote in the Capitol "quite yet" due to ongoing recovery on the advice of his doctors.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 12, 2026 —
Senator Mitch McConnell has announced that he will not be returning to the Senate floor to cast votes in the Capitol at this time. The decision comes as the senator continues his recovery, following the advice of his doctors.
The exact timeline for Senator McConnell’s return to voting on the Senate floor was not specified. His office has indicated that the delay is precautionary and based on medical guidance.
The senator’s absence from voting proceedings means his participation will be deferred until he is cleared to return by his medical team. Further updates on his condition and expected return are anticipated.
Story summarized from the original created by Ashleigh Fields on thehill.com, see more information here.
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