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Kentucky Agriculture Groups Say McConnell's Vote Is Critical to Passing a New Farm Bill
McConnell’s absence leaves Republicans uncertain of the vote count as the Agriculture Committee tries again to advance the stalled farm bill.
- The Senate reconvened Monday, September 14, 2026, yet Senator Mitch McConnell remains absent following a June fall; Politico reports lawmakers believe the 84-year-old Kentucky Republican will return this week, though his office has not confirmed a date.
- McConnell's absence complicates the Senate Agriculture Committee's effort to advance the Republican-backed Agricultural Act of 2026, known as Farm Bill 2.0, which failed in August after a 10-11 vote.
- Democrats oppose specific provisions regarding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, while the existing farm bill is set to expire at the end of September, mounting pressure for compromise.
- Representative James Comer of Kentucky acknowledged he has not spoken directly with McConnell, even as staff suggested a return was the goal, leaving Republicans uncertain about voting arithmetic.
- Success for the legislation depends on more than one senator's presence, as policy disputes regarding agricultural support remain unresolved; lawmakers must determine whether to advance with McConnell or pursue a broader bipartisan deal.
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The Independent (US)Mitch McConnell a no-show as Senate returns
Aides to McConnell, 84, reportedly told GOP leadership he will be back by Wednesday as Senate returns to D.C.
·London, United Kingdom
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BizTocMitch McConnell Expected to Return to Senate This Week
“GOP lawmakers believe Sen. Mitch McConnell will return to the Capitol this week, ending a three-month health-related absence,” Politico reports. “McConnell’s office is keeping silent about the 84-year-old former Republican leader’s intentions since disclosing last month that he had returned home following weeks in the hospital and rehab. But expectations about a return to the […]
·New York, United States
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McConnell still silent on Senate return as colleagues filter in
The 84-year-old Republican has made only vague statements about his condition since his June hospitalization.
·Charleston, United States
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