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McConnell’s Absence Sparks Political Stir | Portland Maine News
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A political group is sparking controversy by plastering “missing person” posters around D.C. for Senator Mitch McConnell, mocking his absence since a June fall and questioning his ability to serve. The posters paint him as “turtle-like” and “last seen” on June 11, as he remains in rehab with no official clearance to return to work. His office insists he’s “still working hard” to recover, but critics—including Kentucky’s governor and even former President Trump—are demanding transparency or his resignation. The situation has ignited national debate over accountability, representation, and whether McConnell can continue fulfilling his duties.
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