McConnell Faces Backlash Over Propped-Up ‘Staged’ Photos

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Mitch McConnell’s office released a new photo of the 84-year-old on Monday, but it’s already getting pushback for not being solid evidence of “proof of life.”

The Kentucky senator has not been seen publicly in more than six weeks, and his office has only put out two images of him, seated in nearly identical poses with his wife Elaine Chao at his side.

No video has been released of the senator despite demands that he reassure voters he is on course for recovery.

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