Kirk Gets Call from Senate Republican Leader

U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk got a phone call from the Senate's top Republican wishing him well in his recovery from a January stroke.

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky called Kirk on Wednesday at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, where Kirk is recovering.

McConnell said he assured his colleague their staffs were working together to represent the interests of Illinois in the Senate.

He said Kirk was eager to discuss policy during the call, especially his push to tighten sanctions on Iran in response to its nuclear work.

McConnell said the Senate is looking forward to having him back.

Doctors have said the 52-year-old Kirk should make a full mental recovery, although they expect the stroke will limit movement on his left side.