Senator Mitch McConnell’s two cases on the US Capitol on February 5, 2025, has led to an outflow of reactions from the Internet.

82-year-old Kentucky Republican, who is known for his long time as the Senate’s GOP leader, fell twice-a time while leaving the Senate Chamber and again during a Republican conference lunch just minutes later. Despite the cases, McConnell reportedly did not hit any major injuries, although he now uses a wheelchair as a precautionary measure.

Many users on social media expressed concern for the senator’s health and pointed out his age and history of health problems, including previous cases in 2023 which resulted in a precise wrist, concussion and broken ribs. Some expressed genuine concern for his well -being, given his sinking physical condition. Others, however, took a more mocking tone. A tweet pronounced humorously, “Can anyone please put that man at a Frickin ‘nursing home already!”

The Senator’s history of health issues, including a childhood struggle with polio, makes these cases particularly remarkable. He has previously experienced public freezing and cases, including a understood wrist and a concussion in 2023, which has caused many to question his ability to lead forward.

The reactions from the online community reflect the sharing nature of McConnell’s leadership in the Senate, with some who show sympathy while others question his continued role in politics.