Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) checked himself into a hospital on Monday evening after experiencing flu-like symptoms over the weekend.

A spokesperson for McConnell stated that the senator “checked himself into a local hospital for evaluation last night in an abundance of caution following flu-like symptoms experienced over the weekend.” The statement added that McConnell’s prognosis is positive and he is grateful for the excellent care he is receiving. He also noted that McConnell is in regular contact with his staff and anticipates returning to Senate business.

The announcement follows a pattern of health scares for McConnell, who has fallen multiple times and frozen during public remarks. Last October, the 83-year-old Kentucky Republican suffered a fall on Capitol Hill. Video captured him walking down a hallway when a woman approached him with questions about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity; McConnell stumbled to the ground before being assisted and then waved at the person filming.

Nearly one year ago, McConnell fell on a set of stairs while exiting the Senate chamber.

McConnell is not seeking re-election and will retire from the Senate in January 2027. In a prior statement, he said, “My current term in the Senate will be my last.”

The senator missed Senate votes on Monday and Tuesday. As a polio survivor, McConnell has faced increasingly public mobility challenges over recent years.