N.J. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. addresses absence - CBS New York
New Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr. said he is facing a personal medical issue after a weeks-long absence from the House of Representatives.
www.cbsnews.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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