Senate Minority Whip John Thune (R-S.D.), who will succeed McConnell as Senate GOP leader in January, told reporters following the weekly Senate GOP policy luncheon that McConnell is “fine” and “in his office.” He referred any questions about McConnell to the senator’s staff.

Senator Mitch McConnell was seen using a wheelchair after experiencing two falls at the U.S. Capitol. The politician, who has faced several health challenges in recent years, sparked concerns about his well-being after the recent falls.

A spokesperson for the former Senate leader said he was fine and the "lingering effects of polio" won't disrupt his work.