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  1. Mitch McConnell's absence is causing stalls in the Senate Appropriations Committee's bill markups and overall progress.
  2. Due to Mitch McConnell's absence, the Senate is experiencing operational impacts, including legislative standstill, committee leadership challenges, and calls for systemic fixes.

Mitch McConnell was absent from the Senate on September 14, 2026, while hospitalized.

2 reports, 2 independent Updated Sep 14
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Mitch McConnell was absent from the Senate on September 14, 2026, while hospitalized.

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  1. Mitch McConnell's vote is critical for the passage of the farm bill.Sub-event
  2. McConnell was absent from the Senate due to hospitalization.1 source

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