U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell remains in an intensive physical therapy program and will not attend this weekend's Fancy Farm Picnic, according to a statement and photo released Monday by his office. The Kentucky Republican said he is "working hard" to return to his duties as he continues rehabilitation.

McConnell's office described the program as intensive physical therapy without providing additional details about the nature or timeline of his recovery. The senator's absence from the annual Fancy Farm Picnic in Graves County marks another missed appearance as he focuses on his rehabilitation efforts.

The Fancy Farm Picnic, held in the western Kentucky community of Fancy Farm, is a longstanding political tradition where Kentucky politicians typically gather for speeches and campaign events. McConnell has been a regular attendee at the event throughout his political career.

The new update comes as McConnell continues his recovery regimen under medical supervision. His office has emphasized his commitment to resuming his Senate responsibilities once his rehabilitation is complete.

McConnell, who has represented Kentucky in the U.S. Senate since 1985, previously served as Senate Majority Leader before Republicans lost control of the chamber.