India, July 3 -- Mitch McConnell who is now 84, is still alive and recovering in the hospital, his team confirms, shutting down a wave of online rumors falsely claiming the longtime Kentucky Senator had died.

As per TMZ, a spokesperson for McConnell told the outlet, "Senator McConnell appreciates the outpouring of support he's receiving while he continues his recovery in the hospital. The Senator continues to improve and is working closely with his staff on Kentucky and Senate matters while the Senate is out of session."

The update came after false rumors spread on social media claiming that the 84-year-old Republican had died.

According to NBC News, police scanner audio obtained by the outlet revealed that paramedics performed CPR on ...