Former Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell was hospitalized Monday, his office announced.
The trip was a precautionary measure for the Kentucky lawmaker, who has experienced multiple health issues in recent years, his office announced.
“In an abundance of caution, after experiencing flu-like symptoms over the weekend, Senator McConnell checked himself into a local hospital for evaluation last night,” a representative for McConnell said in a statement, according to Fox News.
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“His prognosis is positive and he is grateful for the excellent care he is receiving,” the statement said. “He is in regular contact with his staff and looks forward to returning to Senate business.”
McConnell announced last year that he would not seek re-election in November.
McConnell was the Senate Republican leader for 18 years,
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