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Curious case of absent US senator reignites elderly politicians debate
Senator Mitch McConnell's absence from Congress for over a month following a medical emergency has reignited debate about age limits for U.S. politicians. The 82-year-old Republican's staff released a statement July 12 saying he was recovering from a fall and pneumonia.
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Published 19 Jul 2026, 01:27 UTC · Updated 19 Jul 2026, 01:40 UTC
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