Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD), who served multiple terms as House majority leader, suffered a “mild” stroke over the weekend and intends to get back to work after receiving treatment, according to his office.
Margaret Mulkerrin, Hoyer’s deputy chief of staff and spokesperson, released a statement about the health scare on Tuesday.
“On Sunday night, August 11, Rep. Steny Hoyer experienced a mild ischemic stroke and sought medical treatment,” Mulkerrin said. “Mr. Hoyer has responded well to treatment and has no lingering symptoms.”
The congressman, who is 85 years old and seeking re-election, “expects to resume his normal schedule next week,” Mulkerrin added. “Mr. Hoyer’s wife and family extend their deepest thanks to his medical team.”
Some follow House members, including Reps. Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Ritchie Torres (D-NY), wished Hoyer a quick recovery. Leading…
