Published July 7, 2026 at 2:40 PM ET · Updated July 7, 2026 at 4:06 PM ET
Top GOP leaders, including Senator Thune, say they have spoken with McConnell amid rumors he is 'brain dead'
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Republican leaders, including Senator John Thune, say they have spoken with Mitch McConnell since his hospitalization. The statements come amid unverified rumors about McConnell's condition.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 2 hr ago, when The Gateway Pundit reported it. Coverage has since grown to 2 independent outlets, including 1 wire/mainstream feed. The most recent report came 2 hr ago from New York Times. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.
