‘Who is using the lag switch on this simulation?’
By Joe Kovacs
Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., freezes for the second time in 35 days during a media event in Covington, Kentucky, on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (Video screenshot)
There are fresh calls for Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell to retire Wednesday after the Kentucky Republican froze for the second time in 35 days, unable to speak when asked a question.
McConnell, 81, stopped in a silent daze for more than 30 seconds after a reporter asked if he would run for re-election during a media gaggle in Covington, Kentucky.
Once it was apparent McConnell had frozen again, an aide approached him to ask, “Did you hear the question, senator?”
McConnell continued his unresponsiveness, clutching firmly to the podium.