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Bruce Golding

Mitch McConnell’s Senate return sparks wave of ruthless AI memes

Mitch McConnell

Social media users and AI creators are mocking 84-year-old Senator Mitch McConnell's health with satirical videos, including one depicting him as the deceased protagonist in Weekend at Bernie's.
The Kentucky Republican recently returned to Capitol Hill using a wheelchair after a three-month absence caused by a fall at his Washington, D.C., home.
Concerns over McConnell's fitness to serve were further heightened by a video showing colleagues coaching him before he voted on the Farm Bill.
Cruel comments and viral clips have circulated online despite calls from political figures like Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear for McConnell to disclose health details or resign.
McConnell, the longest-serving party leader in Senate history, has served since 1985 and is set to retire in January.

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