Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell Faces Concerns About His Health After Freezing Mid-Sentence: Experts Weigh In

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) has sparked concern after he froze mid-sentence during a press conference on Wednesday. McConnell, who has had a history of health scares, remained silent for about 20 seconds before being led away by other members of GOP leadership. The incident prompted four neurologists who reviewed footage of the episode to suggest various potential explanations, including dehydration, a near-fainting episode, a partial seizure, or a stroke. McConnell’s aides declined to comment on whether he sought medical attention. Republican senators, however, insisted that their caucus leader was “fine” and simply felt lightheaded. McConnell went on to participate in several public engagements following the incident, including attending late-night votes on the Senate floor.