Clickmen
U.S. Rep. Steny Hoyer, D- Md., had a stroke over the weekend however is recovering, his workplace mentioned Tuesday.
Margaret Mulkerrin, Hoyer’s deputy chief of workers and spokesperson, mentioned he suffered a “mild ischemic stroke” and sought medical remedy.
“Mr. Hoyer has responded well to treatment and has no lingering symptoms. He expects to resume his normal schedule next week,” Mulkerrin mentioned in an announcement. “Mr. Hoyer’s wife and family extend their deepest thanks to his medical team.”
BEWARE THE IDES OF JULY: TRUMP ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT, BIDEN ENDS RE-ELECTION CAMPAIGN IN WILD MONTH
Rep. Steny Hoyer, D-Md., had a gentle stroke over the weekend, his workplace mentioned Tuesday. (Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc by way of Getty Images)
The potential explanation for the stroke was not disclosed.
Hoyer, 85, has served in Congress since 1981. In January, he mentioned he deliberate to run for re-election.
“I believe I have more work to complete on behalf of my district, my state and my country,” he mentioned in an announcement on the time. “I am blessed to have the good health, strength and enduring passion necessary to continue serving my constituents at this decisive moment for Maryland and America.”
Rep. Nancy Pelosi and Rep. Steny Hoyer (Getty Images)
–
Hoyer stepped down as House Majority Leader, the place he served as former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s high deputy, in 2022, and was changed by Democratic Rep. Hakeem Jeffries of New York.
