Barrasso to leave Senate this week post abdominal surgery
Senate Republican Conference Chairman John Barrasso to Recover at Home Following Surgery
Senate Republican Conference Chairman John Barrasso (R-WY) has announced that he will be staying home in Wyoming this week after undergoing abdominal surgery. The 71-year-old, who is the No. 3 Senate Republican, underwent a successful laparoscopic surgery for an abdominal obstruction at the Banner Wyoming Medical Center.
Barrasso expressed his gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and staff at Banner for their excellent care, mentioning his wife, Bobbi. He stated, “I am doing well and was discharged from the hospital this morning. I’ll continue to recover at home in Casper this week.”
As soon as his doctors clear him for travel, Barrasso plans to return to Washington D.C. The senator, who has been serving in the Senate since 2007, spent over two decades as an orthopedic surgeon before entering politics.
Senate to Address Short-Term Continuing Resolution
This week, the Senate will focus on passing a short-term continuing resolution to keep the government open through March. This bipartisan priority is expected to pass the upper chamber.
What will the Senate be focusing on this week in Senator Barrasso’s absence due to his surgery
Senate Republican Conference Chairman John Barrasso (R-WY) has recently announced that he will be recovering at home in Wyoming this week following a successful abdominal surgery. The 71-year-old senator, who holds the position of No. 3 Senate Republican, underwent a laparoscopic surgery at the Banner Wyoming Medical Center for an abdominal obstruction.
Expressing his gratitude, Barrasso thanked the exceptional care provided by the doctors, nurses, and staff at Banner during his treatment. He also mentioned his wife, Bobbi, who surely played an important role in supporting him through this process. Barrasso assured, “I am doing well and was discharged from the hospital this morning. I’ll continue to recover at home in Casper this week.”
Once he is cleared for travel by his doctors, Barrasso intends to promptly return to Washington D.C. as his dedication to his Senate responsibilities remains unwavering. Serving in the Senate since 2007, Barrasso boasts a strong background as an orthopedic surgeon spanning more than two decades, which undoubtedly contributes to his expertise and understanding of healthcare matters within the political realm.
Moving on to other Senate news, this week will see the Senate focusing on the passage of a short-term continuing resolution to ensure the government remains open through March. This bipartisan priority is anticipated to gain approval in the upper chamber.
Barrasso’s absence due to his surgery highlights the importance of maintaining stable and efficient operations within the Senate, regardless of the circumstances. While his recovery takes place, the Senate will continue its work, addressing critical issues and striving for progress in a constantly evolving political landscape.
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