During a recent interaction with the media in Covington, Kentucky, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell had a momentary pause for roughly 30 seconds. This incident mirrors a similar occurrence from last month at the US Capitol, raising concerns about the 81-year-old's capability to helm the Senate Republican caucus. This pause took place after a journalist queried about his intentions for the 2026 reelection. McConnell seemed momentarily lost, asking the reporter to repeat their question several times, followed by a brief chuckle and a silent pause.
