Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr.’s two-month absence continues as House returns
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey has not voted in the House since March 5 and will miss another week as he deals with a personal health matter, his office confirmed.
- Kean has missed 68 votes, including on key legislation to end the 75-day Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
- Kean, 57, is seeking re-election in New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, a competitive seat targeted by Democrats in November.
- He has no Republican primary challenger and has received former President Donald Trump’s endorsement, while four Democrats are vying to challenge him in the general election.
- Kean’s chief of staff stated the congressman will return to a full schedule soon and that his team continues to serve constituents without interruption.