McConnell Absent as Senate Faces Deadline | Winston–Salem News

The Senate returns for a crucial four-week session, facing urgent national security and defense bills — but without Mitch McConnell, whose absence due to undisclosed health issues after a fall and concussion is deeply felt. His remote leadership is struggling to fill the void on the Appropriations Committee, racing against a September 30 deadline to avoid a government shutdown. Amid mounting pressure from Trump allies and rumors of his communications being monitored, McConnell’s team quietly downplays his condition, framing interactions as brief calls — all while the Senate watches how Washington functions without its most seasoned strategist. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8c1c7c9dcf3606c2