Senator Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., fell down a set of stairs at the Capitol but his office confirmed he is “fine” despite needing a wheelchair as a precaution due to lingering effects of polio in his left leg. McConnell, 82, had polio as a child. McConnell has faced a wave of health challenges in recent years, including falls resulting in a minor cut to the face and a wrist sprain, as well as freezing episodes where he appeared silent for extended periods. McConnell has not disclosed whether he plans to run for re-election next year, but has expressed his intention to finish his Senate term, which expires in 2027. Some Republican lawmakers have raised concerns about his health and urged him to be more transparent about his situation, but McConnell has brushed off those questions. McConnell served as Senate Republican leader before stepping down earlier this year and now chairs the Senate Rules Committee. Despite his health struggles, McConnell continues to work regularly and maintain his schedule.
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