Top US Senate Republican McConnell treated for concussion after fall
March 10, 2023
WASHINGTON, March 9 (Reuters) - U.S. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell, one of the most powerful figures in Washington, is being treated for a concussion and will remain hospitalized for a few days after tripping and falling, his spokesperson said on Thursday.
McConnell, who is 81 and was first elected to represent Kentucky in the Senate in 1984, "tripped at a dinner event Wednesday evening and has been admitted to the hospital and is being treated for a concussion," spokesperson David Popp said in a statement.
"He is expected to remain in the hospital for a few days of observation and treatment," Popp added.
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