What's happened
Nancy Pelosi and Mitch McConnell face concerns over their health and ability to continue in office
Why it matters
The health and ability of senior politicians to continue in office is a significant concern for the functioning of the US government
What the papers say
The New York Times emphasizes Pelosi's consideration of another run for office, while The Independent and AP News focus on concerns over Mitch McConnell's health and ability to lead
How we got here
Recent incidents involving senior politicians freezing up and experiencing health issues have raised questions about their ability to continue in office
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