Mitch McConnell Hospitalized After Unconscious Incident

Senator Mitch McConnell was hospitalized in Washington, D.C., on June 14 after being found unconscious at his home, according to emergency dispatch audio. The 84-year-old Kentucky Republican, who is retiring from the Senate at the end of this year, remains in an undisclosed medical facility, and his office has released few details about his condition or prognosis.

The incident occurred just before 9 a.m. that Sunday morning. An emergency dispatcher directed an Advanced Life Support ambulance to McConnell’s residence, citing an unconscious patient. Audio of the dispatch was later posted online. Later on June 14, McConnell’s spokesperson, David Popp, confirmed the senator had been admitted to a hospital and was “receiving excellent care.” On June 22, Popp issued another statement saying McConnell was “working closely with staff on Senate business and Kentucky matters as he continues his recovery.” A member of his team reiterated on June 30 that he was still recovering and working with staff.

His office has not disclosed the reason for his hospitalization, whether he remains hospitalized, or any details about his condition. A spokesperson said Sunday night there were “no updates at...