Steve Scalise, House Majority Leader, reveals cancer diagnosis following recent days of feeling unwell.
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise Announces Cancer Diagnosis After ‘A Few Days of Not Feeling Like Myself’
Rep. Steve Scalise, the No. 2-ranking House Republican, revealed on Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with a form of blood cancer known as multiple myeloma and is currently undergoing treatment.
Despite his diagnosis, Scalise, 57, reassured the public that he will continue to serve in the House.
Describing the cancer as “very treatable,” Scalise expressed gratitude that it was detected early.
In 2017, Scalise was among several individuals who were wounded when a cancer diagnosis following recent days of feeling unwell.”>rifle-wielding leftist opened fire on lawmakers during a baseball game in Alexandria, Virginia. He sustained a gunshot wound to the hip and endured extensive hospitalizations, multiple surgeries, and painful rehabilitation.
The congressman explained that the cancer diagnosis came after he had been feeling unwell for the past week. Blood tests revealed irregularities, leading to further screening and the subsequent diagnosis of multiple myeloma.
“I have now begun treatment, which will continue for the next several months,” Scalise stated. “I expect to work through this period and intend to return to Washington, continuing my work as Majority Leader and serving the people of Louisiana’s First Congressional District.”
After a few days of not feeling like myself this past week, I had some blood work done. The results uncovered some irregularities and after undergoing additional tests, I was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, a very treatable blood cancer.
I have now begun treatment, which will…
— Steve Scalise (@SteveScalise) August 29, 2023
The congressman expressed his gratitude towards his medical team and emphasized his determination to confront this challenge with the same strength and energy he has displayed in the face of past obstacles.
Many of Scalise’s colleagues took to social media to offer their well wishes.
My friend @SteveScalise has always been a fighter and I know cancer doesn’t stand a chance. Leader Scalise and his family are in my prayers and this entire Congress stands behind him as he begins treatment. https://t.co/q5CBJpV370
— Rep. James Comer (@RepJamesComer) August 29, 2023
.@SteveScalise is a fighter, and we’ve all got his back as he begins treatment. I’m praying for my friend Steve, the Scalise family, and his team. https://t.co/wzbthShn11
— Burgess Owens (@BurgessOwens) August 29, 2023
Please join me in praying for my friend Leader Steve Scalise and his family. Steve is a proven fighter and I am confident he will persevere. Today and every day we are #TeamScalise. https://t.co/m2MvamaygF
— Rep. Andy Barr (@RepAndyBarr) August 29, 2023
Prayers up – God bless, you @SteveScalise. #BeatCancer https://t.co/I9PBgi9wGq
— Chip Roy (@chiproytx) August 29, 2023
Scalise, who is currently serving his ninth term in the House, remains determined to overcome this new challenge. He expressed his gratitude for the early detection of the cancer and the fact that it is treatable.
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