Senators have had serious health scares in the past and have found ways to recuperate and adapt after they return to work. John Fetterman could, too, experts say — but first he needs to get elected.
Democrat John Fetterman, left, and Republican Mehmet Oz are facing off in a key 2022 Senate race in Pennsylvania. • Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman’s speech difficulties during his Senate debate against Republican Mehmet Oz raised questions about Fetterman’s health following a stroke in May.
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman’s speech difficulties during his Senate debate against Republican Mehmet Oz raised questions about Fetterman’s health following a stroke in May. In the recent past, when sitting senators experienced health crises, they would take time off to recover fully, have staff run the office in their absence, sign paperwork and provide guidance during their recovery. Then they would return to the chamber, once they were ready.
His fellow South Dakota lawmakers, Republican Sen. John Thune and Democratic Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, both told Politico he was up to the job.
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