Rep. Tom Kean Jr. says he expects to return after citing ‘personal medical issue’

Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-N.J., said Monday he is dealing with a “personal medical issue” and expects to return to Capitol Hill in the near future, addressing reports of his absence from Congress.

“I want to thank my constituents and colleagues for their patience as I address a personal medical issue,” Kean wrote.

Kean said he expects to be “back in the near future.” He did not provide additional details about his condition or a specific timeline for his return in the statement.

The statement did not say when his absence began or whether he has sought treatment.

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