Rep Tom Kean Jr intends to go back to Capitol Hill as questions increase regarding his absence.
Kean Jr. Plans Return to Congress After Months Away Representative Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.) announced on Tuesday that he feels “better than ever” and intends to resume in-person duties “in the coming weeks.” This follows a period of absence from the Capitol due to unspecified medical issues. Kean, who serves New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, […]
Rep Tom Kean confronts uncertain re-election battle during extended health leave
Election Update: Democrats vs. Republicans in New Jersey Democrat Rebecca Bennett will challenge Rep. Tom Keene Jr. (R-N.J.) in the upcoming November election. Keene, who has been absent from public life for months due to undisclosed health issues, ran unopposed to secure the Republican nomination. Bennett, a former Navy helicopter pilot, emerged victorious in a […]
Rebecca Bennett secures Democratic primary victory in NJ House district previously held by absent Tom Kean
Rebecca Bennett Wins Democratic Primary for NJ’s 7th Congressional District On Tuesday, former Navy helicopter pilot Rebecca Bennett emerged victorious in the Democratic primary for New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District. This seat is currently held by Republican Rep. Tom Keene, who, interestingly, has been absent from congressional activities. Bennett, 37, overcame three other candidates to […]
NJ Rep. Tom Kean wins Republican House renomination following uncontested primary.
Rep. Tom Kean Joins Race for New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District Rep. Tom Kean (R-N.J.) has recently resurfaced in the political scene, fully committing to the Republican nomination for New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District after a period of solitude. He had been running without any opposition. At 57, Kean has been absent from the House […]
Absent Congressman Tom Kean Seems to Have Authorized Staff Travel Hours While Away
New Jersey Congressman Tom Keane Jr. Faces Absence from Congress Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey has reportedly signed off on at least two documents regarding travel schedules for his staff during his unexplained absence from Congress. Despite not casting a vote since March 5, Kean authorized travel for his chief of staff, […]
Tom Kean Jr. speaks out as GOP discontent grows over his 77-day absence
Tom Kean Jr. Comments After Long Absence from Congress Rep. Tom Kean Jr. explained his 100 missed votes due to “personal medical issues.” His absence has caused frustration among Republicans in both Washington and New Jersey, impacting vulnerable House districts. House Speaker Mike Johnson acknowledged his lack of clarity regarding Kean’s situation, with strategists criticizing […]
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. announces he will be back in Congress in a few weeks after his absence.
Rep. Tom Keene Jr. Plans Return to Congress After Absence Rep. Tom Keene Jr. from New Jersey announced on Thursday that he intends to return to Congress “in the coming weeks” after missing 100 consecutive House votes. His office has only indicated that these absences are due to “personal health issues.” “Doctors are confident that […]
Ex-New Jersey governor indicates son Rep. Kean Jr. may rejoin Congress soon.
A congressman is currently absent from work due to an undisclosed health issue, expected to miss several weeks more as he recovers. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.) hasn’t cast a vote in over two months while trying to back a recently passed House Republican bill leading up to the midterm elections. His father, former Governor […]
Rep Tom Kean Jr stays away from Congress as he faces a re-election challenge.
New Jersey Congressman Missing from Congress for Weeks Republican Representative Tom Keene Jr. has been away from Washington for over two months and is set to miss yet another vote, according to confirmation from his office. “Congressman Keene is dealing with personal health challenges and is thankful for the support he’s received,” stated Dan Scharfenberger, […]
Rep Tom Kean Jr has skipped 50 votes before a crucial week for the GOP’s legislation
House Republicans are facing a pivotal week regarding legislative decisions, but one Republican, Rep. Tom Keene Jr. of New Jersey, has missed numerous votes recently due to unexplained health issues. It’s uncertain whether he will be present this week as the House debates a budget proposal aimed at funding immigration enforcement and a bill related […]