Sen. Mitch McConnell Extends Senate Leave, Skips Kentucky State Picnic

Senator Mitch McConnell said his Senate leave will be extended. A statement said he has not been medically cleared to leave a Senator Mitch McConnell said his Senate leave will be extended. A statement said he has not been medically cleared to leave a

rehabilitation facility. Consequently, he will miss the Kentucky state picnic. The state picnic is a political event scheduled in Kentucky. His absence will keep him away from the event and related duties. The extension was announced after the medical update. The situation

highlights his ongoing health issues. Further information on his return is pending.