Covington, Kentucky – Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell found himself at the center of attention yet again on Wednesday, as he appeared to momentarily freeze during a press conference in his home state of Kentucky.
Video footage captured the veteran Republican senator addressing a crowd when a reporter inquired about his potential bid for re-election in 2026. Instead of delivering a swift response, McConnell’s words trailed off, leaving him seemingly lost in thought for several seconds. It wasn’t until a concerned aide intervened, asking if he had heard the question, that McConnell snapped back to the present moment.
A spokesperson for McConnell later issued a statement to ABC News, explaining, “Leader McConnell felt momentarily lightheaded and paused during his press conference today.”
This incident is reminiscent of a similar episode that occurred in late July when McConnell was escorted away from the podium on Capitol Hill after abruptly stopping mid-sentence. On that occasion, it took approximately 20 seconds before two of his colleagues came to his aid and guided him away from the microphone.
McConnell’s health has been under increased scrutiny, particularly after a hospitalization earlier this year due to a fall at a Washington hotel. This incident resulted in a concussion and a fractured rib, necessitating a five-day hospital stay followed by inpatient rehabilitation.
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McConnell’s health remains a subject of interest, especially given his recent historic achievement as the longest-serving Senate party leader in history.
