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July 7, 2026

McConnell's wife, Elaine Chao, saw no need for 'immediate return' from China as former GOP leader hospitalized

Elaine Chao stayed in China on a planned trip while Mitch McConnell entered his third week of hospitalization, as online rumors swirl about his condition.

July 1, 2026

McConnell was found 'unconscious' in home last month as condition remains unknown

Sen. Mitch McConnell was reportedly found unconscious at his D.C. home before being hospitalized, and his recovery timeline is still unclear.

June 30, 2026

GOP infighting over Trump's voter ID bill erupts as top senator calls strategy 'fantasy'

Sens. Mike Lee and John Cornyn clash publicly on X over whether a talking filibuster strategy can force the SAVE America Act through the Senate.

June 23, 2026

Reporter's Notebook: Senate Republicans brace for tough lunch with Trump amid legislative clashes

President Trump visits Capitol Hill on Wednesday to meet Senate Republicans amid growing tensions over the SAVE America Act and filibuster demands.

June 23, 2026

Mitch McConnell will not vote in the Senate this week as recovery continues

GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky will not vote this week as he continues his recovery, according to a statement from a spokesperson.

June 14, 2026

Sen Mitch McConnell hospitalized, 'receiving excellent care,' his office says

Sen. Mitch McConnell, 84, has been hospitalized for an undisclosed health issue, according to his office, which said he is receiving excellent care.

June 4, 2026

Four Senate Republicans again unite with Dems to block Trump's SAVE America Act

Four Senate Republicans joined Democrats to kill the SAVE Act voter ID amendment for a second time, blocking it from the budget reconciliation package.

May 20, 2026

DAVID MARCUS: MAGA voters trigger anti-incumbent earthquake, and it's little wonder why

Republican primary losses for Cassidy, Massie and Crenshaw signal a voter revolt demanding action from GOP lawmakers, not just principles.

May 19, 2026

Bluegrass Democrats make their choice to replace McConnell, take on Trump-backed Barr

Charles Booker wins the Democratic nomination for Kentucky Senate, setting up a clash with Trump-backed Rep. Andy Barr and the SAVE America Act.

May 19, 2026

Kentucky physician advances to general election after receiving glowing Trump endorsement: 'True friend'

Ralph Alvarado, Kentucky's first Hispanic state legislator, won the GOP primary to fill Rep. Andy Barr's open seat on Tuesday after a Trump endorsement.