Sen. Mitch McConnell released from hospital after fall that led to concussion and rib fracture
a fall last week that resulted in a concussion and a rib fracture, but he his recovery will continue at an inpatient rehabilitation facility, an aide said.
“Leader McConnell’s concussion recovery is proceeding well and the Leader was discharged from the hospital today. At the advice of his physician, the next step will be a period of physical therapy at an inpatient rehabilitation facility before he returns home,” his communications director David Popp said in a statement Monday.
“The Leader and Secretary Chao are deeply thankful for the skilled medical care, prayers, and kindness they have received,” he added.
treated for depression at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, and Sen. Dianne Feinstein is recovering after being hospitalized for shingles.
Absences in the 51-49 Senate, which has a Democratic majority, can impact the timing and outcome of votes in the chamber.
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Candy Woodall is a Congress reporter for USA TODAY. She can be reached at cwoodall@usatoday.com or on Twitter at @candynotcandace.