Rep. Tom Kean Jr. absent from Congress for weeks over a 'personal health matter'
The vulnerable Republican is facing re-election in a district rated a "toss-up" by the Cook Political Report.
www.nbcnews.comTom Kean Jr. has been absent from the House for several weeks due to a personal health matter, with his office saying he intends to return to a full schedule soon. He last voted on March 5, and his absence has continued into May, affecting votes in a narrowly divided GOP House.[1][2][4]
Key points:
- He represents New Jersey’s 7th District, a competitive swing seat that Democrats have targeted this cycle.[2][1]
- Kean’s team has asked for patience and indicated ongoing recovery, but they have not disclosed specific medical details publicly.[4][1][2]
- Coverage from multiple outlets notes the absence has drawn attention given the party’s slim majority and the upcoming election environment.[3][5]
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