Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) has been absent from the Senate for more than a month.
He was hospitalized on June 14. He has not released a public statement, photos, or video footage since. His office has not disclosed anything specific about his condition.
McConnell, 84, was first elected to the Senate in 1984 and was the Republican leader from 2007 until last year, serving as both majority and minority leader.
The GOP has a narrow majority in the Senate with 53 seats. McConnell’s absence gives his party one fewer vote when it comes to passing crucial legislation such as reconciliation bills and spending packages. …