Mitch McConnell hospitalized after experiencing flu-like symptoms over the weekend

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Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., was hospitalized Monday evening with flu-like symptoms, his office announced.

"In an abundance of caution, after experiencing flu-like symptoms over the weekend, Senator McConnell checked himself into a local hospital for evaluation last night," a spokesperson for McConnell said in a statement.

"His prognosis is positive and he is grateful for the excellent care he is receiving," the statement continued. "He is in regular contact with his staff and looks forward to returning to Senate business."

Senator Mitch McConnell was hospitalized with flu-like symptoms, his office announced. (Aaron Schwartz/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

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McConnell is 83 years old.

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