
Mitch McConnell calls Jan. 6 a 'violent insurrection,' criticizes Republicans for censure of Cheney, Kinzinger. McConnell's comments spotlighted a widening breach among Republicans, after the RNC recently suggested the Capitol riot was "Legitimate political discourse" and censured two members investigating the attack. Source 3a.
Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell discharged from the hospital, suffered minor rib fracture after fall. Sen. McConnell fell at a hotel last Wednesday and was hospitalized for a concussion. The Kentucky Republican will now go through physical therapy at an inpatient rehabilitation facility, according to a statement. Source 7k.