Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) encountered a moment of pause at the podium while addressing questions in Kentucky on Wednesday, marking the second time in recent weeks that he hesitated during discussions with reporters.
In Covington, Kentucky, amidst a group of reporters, one inquired about McConnell’s perspective on seeking reelection in 2026. McConnell, aged 81, seemed to utter a phrase before pausing and maintaining a contemplative gaze forward for approximately 30 seconds.
A video of the incident was shared on X, the platform previously recognized as Twitter, by a local news station reporter.