Who Is Rep. Tom Kean, and Why Has He Been Absent From Congress for Months?
Republican Rep. Tom Kean of New Jersey has been absent from Congress for nearly three months due to a personal medical issue. He has stated that he is on the road to recovery and plans to return to work soon. Kean's absence raises concerns for the GOP, especially as he represents a competitive swing district in the upcoming midterm elections.
- ▪Tom Kean has not made public appearances or cast a vote since March 5.
- ▪He confirmed he is still running for reelection and has been in daily contact with his congressional office.
- ▪Kean's absence has drawn criticism from Democratic candidates in the race for his seat.
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For nearly three months, Republican Rep. Tom Kean of New Jersey has been a ghost––he has not made public appearances, stepped onto the House floor, or cast a vote since March 5. In that time, Kean has offered very little information about his absence. On April 27, he said in a statement that he was addressing “a personal medical issue” and that “my doctors continue to assure me that my recovery will be complete and that I will be back to the job I love very soon,” but offered no further detail.
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