Senator Mitch McConnell made his return to the U.S. Senate on Monday after staying away for three months. He had been on extended medical leave after a fall at his home in Washington. The fall took place before the medical leave and required medical care. McConnell recovered at home during his recovery period.
His return was tied to a critical vote on the Senate floor. This was his first appearance in the chamber since the incident. The medical leave resulted directly from the fall and its aftermath. McConnell is the Senate Minority Leader, and his return was acknowledged by peers.