Rep. Thomas Kean Jr.'s Prolonged Absence Due to Health Issues Affects House Votes
Rep. Thomas Kean Jr., a Republican from New Jersey, has been absent from the House for two months due to a personal health matter, missing 78 votes since March 5. His office has not disclosed specific details about his health condition but assures that he will return to a full schedule soon. Kean's absence has drawn attention from national news outlets and has impacted the Republican majority in the House. Despite his absence, Kean is running for re-election in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District, a competitive area targeted by Democrats. His campaign team insists that he is committed to his re-election bid. 
