White House sends well wishes to Scalise after cancer diagnosis: ‘Heartbreaking update’

White House Press Secretary ⁤Wishes Rep. Steve Scalise a Speedy Recovery

White House press secretary⁣ Karine Jean-Pierre expressed her well wishes to Rep. Steve Scalise (R-LA) on Tuesday after he announced his cancer‌ diagnosis earlier in the day.

Scalise,‌ the⁤ House Majority Leader, revealed that he had begun treatment ⁣for multiple⁣ myeloma, a form of blood cancer that can be treated. In a ⁢post on X, the popular ⁣social media⁤ platform, Scalise stated his intention to continue working ⁣while undergoing treatment.

“I am incredibly grateful that we caught this ​early and that this cancer is treatable,”⁢ Scalise wrote. “I am thankful​ for my exceptional medical team, and with the support of God, my family, friends, colleagues, and constituents, I will face this challenge with the same ⁢determination and vigor as I have faced previous obstacles.”

When asked about Scalise’s diagnosis, Jean-Pierre expressed⁣ her sympathy, stating,⁤ “Obviously, that’s‌ devastating news. Our hearts and prayers go ⁤out to the congressman and his family.”

Jean-Pierre acknowledged the ⁣hardships Scalise has endured in recent years, including⁣ being⁢ shot by a gunman targeting Republican lawmakers in 2017. However, she did not confirm whether President‌ Joe Biden had ‍plans to speak with Scalise in the near⁣ future.

“I don’t have any announcements regarding a ‌call at this time,⁣ but it‌ is indeed very sad news,”‍ she​ added. “We are certainly hoping for a⁣ speedy recovery‌ for him.”

For the ‍full briefing, you can ‌watch the video below.

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