US Senator McConnell says he’s been discharged from rehabilitation centre

What the report says

Al Jazeera reports that Republican US Senator Mitch McConnell said on Thursday that he has been discharged from a rehabilitation centre and will continue recovering at home. The update came as the Senate prepared to begin its August recess and followed weeks of questions about his condition after he had not appeared publicly since June 11.

According to the article, McConnell said he had been hospitalized after a fall at his home in Washington, DC, and later entered rehabilitation. His office has released two photos from his hospital stay, but no video or audio, and the latest statement did not include new images. McConnell said he would keep doing physical therapy at home and remain in touch with staff and colleagues on Senate business.

The prolonged absence has drawn criticism from some observers who say he and his team have not been fully transparent about his health. Al Jazeera also notes that the situation has fueled online speculation, including unsupported claims from some figures. The senator’s absence has had political relevance because it has reduced the Republican margin in the 100-seat chamber during a period of major votes.

McConnell is not seeking re-election and is due to leave office at the end of his term in January. The article also discusses Kentucky law that could shape any special election if a vacancy were to arise, though no such vacancy has occurred.