Dianne Feinstein Dealing With ‘Health Matter’

Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), has been absent from action on Capitol Hill this Week, her office stating that her absence is due to a health-related cause.

“The senator is in California this week dealing with a health matter,” a spokesperson for Feinstein told reporters.

“She hopes to return to Washington soon,” The representative was also added.

There were no further details immediately.

Feinstein, at 89 years old, is the oldest senator. In recent years, her colleagues raised concerns about Feinstein’s mental health.

Feinstein, who is a member since 1994 of the upper chamber, Last month, announced She would not run for re-election in 2024.

Three prominent House Democrats — Reps. Adam Schiff, Katie Porter, and Barbara Lee — have announced campaigns to replace Feinstein in the Senate.

John Fetterman (a Pennsylvania Senate Democrat) is having health problems.

Fetterman suffered a stroke in the course of his campaign last year and was admitted to hospital two weeks ago for treatment of clinical depression. According to his office.

With 48 senators plus three independents, Democrats control the Senate. Republicans are the minor party. 49 seats This session of Congress.

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