Missing GOP congressman vows he's 'more energized than ever' to return to Washington
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. from New Jersey has been absent from Congress for months due to an undisclosed medical issue. He stated he is 'more energized than ever' and plans to return to in-person work within weeks. Kean has missed over 100 votes since March 5, but he remains optimistic about his recovery and future work for his constituents.
- ▪Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has not cast a vote since March 5 due to health issues.
- ▪He plans to return to Congress in a matter of weeks and has expressed optimism about his recovery.
- ▪Kean has been under scrutiny for his absence but emphasizes his commitment to serving New Jersey families.
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Benjamin Netanyahu Missing GOP congressman vows he's 'more energized than ever' to return to Washington The New Jersey Republican hasn't cast a vote since March 5 and has not disclosed the health condition keeping him absent By Alec Schemmel Fox News Published June 2, 2026 9:50pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video GOP leaders in the dark about Rep Tom Kean Jr’s absence from Congress Fox News chief congressional correspondent Chad Pergram reports on Rep. Tom Kean Jr.’s, R-N.J., absence from Congress for weeks, missing more than 50 votes since March, on ‘Fox Report.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Rep.
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