Democrat John Fetterman Hospitalized in DC

After falling ill at the Senate Democratic retreat, Pennsylvania senator John Fetterman suffered a stroke while running for office. He was taken to Washington, D.C. hospital on Wednesday.

Fetterman’s office spokeswoman said that late Wednesday, there was no “evidence of a new stroke,” However, he was told that the freshman senator would be held over night so that doctors could perform more tests. After the meeting, he left for the Senate Democratic retreat. “feeling lighthearted” His staff brought him to the hospital.

His health was a major issue in his election race. Fetterman’s inability communicate and communication skills led to calls to have him drop out. His stroke occurred right before the Democratic primaries. His campaign did not disclose the extent of his condition until voters elected him their nominee.

Many medical professionals were concerned that Fetterman’s demands as a senator would cause him to be impaired. The U.S. made logistical changes in order to make the legislative bodies accessible to Fetterman. Fetterman cannot understand what people are saying and needs closed captioning live to take part in conversations.

It is stated by his office “will provide more information” His health, if it is available.