McConnell "plans to serve his full term" as Republican leader, spokesman says
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Washington — Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell plans to serve his full term at the helm of the Republican conference, a spokesperson for the Kentucky senator said, dispelling questions about McConell's future after he froze mid-sentence for several seconds during a press conference earlier this week.
The spokesperson told CBS News that McConnell, 81, "appreciates the continued support of his colleagues, and plans to serve his full term in the job they overwhelmingly elected him to do." The statement was first provided to Politico.
Speculation about McConnell's health and future as the Senate's Republican leader sparked after he stopped for more than 15 seconds while delivering opening remarks to reporters on Wednesday. Sen. John Barrasso, a Wyoming Republican and orthopedic surgeon, escorted McConnell away briefly after asking if he was all right. The minority leader returned shortly after and said he was "fine."
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