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  • POLITICSJul 9 · 22:00 UTCTHE ATLANTIC
    The MIA Caucus

    Mitch McConnell has been absent from public view for nearly a month after hospitalization, with his staff providing minimal updates. The article highlights other lawmakers, including Tom Kean Jr., Kay Granger, and Dianne Feinstein, who have similarly disappeared from Congress without clear communication, raising questions about accountability and transparency. There are no formal rules requiring disclosure of medical conditions for lawmakers.

  • POLITICSJul 7 · 10:00 UTCWHYY
    New Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr. disappeared from work for four months without notice. Will he face consequences?

    New Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr. was absent from work for four months without explanation, missing 140 votes before returning on June 30 to announce treatment for depression. The article explores whether elected officials can be held accountable for unexplained absences, noting that U.S. Congressional rules do not require attendance or explanation of absences.

  • POLITICSJul 4 · 12:00 UTCGUARDIAN US
    Tom Kean got months of paid sick leave – after voting against it for others | Arwa Mahdawi

    Tom Kean Jr., a congressman, was absent for four months, missing over 100 votes while continuing to receive his full salary and benefits. He later revealed he was undergoing inpatient treatment for depression, though he initially provided vague explanations for his absence.

  • HEALTHJul 4 · 10:00 UTCTHE HILL
    Kean’s depression disclosure prompts questions about mental health stigma

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. disclosed his monthslong absence from the House was due to depression, sparking questions about how much personal health information politicians should share. He disappeared from public life for over 100 days with minimal explanation before returning.

  • POLITICSJul 3 · 14:00 UTCGOTHAMIST
    NJ Rep. Kean said he battled depression. His voting record on mental health is mixed.

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. returned to Congress after being hospitalized for depression. He previously supported state mental health parity laws but voted against paid sick leave legislation.

  • HEALTHJul 2 · 22:44 UTCPIX11 NEW YORK
    Rep. Kean Introduced Mental Health Bill In Return to Congress

    Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. introduced a mental health bill to support mental health treatment enforcement, following his return to Congress after months-long absence for depression treatment. The bill aims to strengthen enforcement of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008.

  • POLITICSJul 1 · 08:45 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    Tom Kean Jr. kept his depression a secret. Colleagues are questioning that decision.

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. disclosed his absence from the House was due to inpatient depression treatment, sparking debate about privacy versus transparency for elected officials. Colleagues expressed sympathy but questioned his delayed disclosure and lack of detail, with some arguing public representatives should balance personal privacy with constituent accountability.

  • HEALTHJun 30 · 22:15 UTCPIX11 NEW YORK
    Long-absent NJ congressman reveals depression diagnosis

    Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. returned to Capitol Hill after a four-month absence, during which he sought hospital testing for health concerns. He addressed the Speaker on Capitol Hill on Tuesday to explain his return.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 17:27 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Republican Tom Kean Jr. reveals depression diagnosis after his four-month absence from Congress

    Republican Tom Kean Jr. disclosed being treated for depression during his four-month absence from Congress, explaining he remained silent due to being a private person. His return affects House Republican leaders' efforts to pass bills with their narrow majority, and he is running for reelection in a competitive district.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 16:25 UTCFOX 5 NEW YORK
    NJ Rep. Tom Kean Jr. returns to Congress following treatment for depression

    New Jersey Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. is returning to Congress following a months-long absence, during which he received treatment for depression.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 16:24 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Republican Tom Kean Jr. reveals depression diagnosis after four-month absence from Congress

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. disclosed being treated for depression during his four-month absence from the House, attributing his silence to personal privacy. His return raises questions about his health and impacts on House Republican operations, as he faces a competitive reelection race in November.

  • HEALTHJun 30 · 16:06 UTCGOTHAMIST
    NJ Rep. Tom Kean Jr. says depression was cause of monthslong unexplained absence

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. returned to Capitol Hill after a months-long absence, citing depression as the cause. He stated he has been battling depression much of the year.

  • HEALTHJun 30 · 15:49 UTCABC7 NEW YORK
    NJ Rep. Tom Kean Jr. returns to DC after 4-month absence, reveals depression diagnosis

    New Jersey Representative Tom Kean Jr. has returned to Washington, D.C., after a four-month absence, disclosing a depression diagnosis and hospitalization following medical testing.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 15:47 UTCWSOC ABC CHARLOTTE
    Rep. Tom Kean says 4-month absence from Congress was due to depression

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. returned to Congress after a four-month absence, attributing it to depression. He missed over 100 votes and will face Rebecca Bennett in the November election. Speaker Mike Johnson acknowledged the commonality of the condition.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 15:35 UTCABC7 SAN FRANCISCO
    New Jersey Republican Tom Kean Jr. said he was treated for depression during absence from Congress

    Tom Kean Jr., a New Jersey Republican, was treated for depression during his absence from Congress. He missed more than 100 votes and has not been publicly present in Washington or his district.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 15:35 UTCABC7 CHICAGO
    New Jersey Republican Tom Kean Jr. said he was treated for depression during absence from Congress

    Tom Kean Jr., a New Jersey Republican, was treated for depression during his absence from Congress. He has missed over 100 votes and has not been publicly present in Washington or his district.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 15:35 UTCABC7 NEW YORK
    New Jersey Republican Tom Kean Jr. said he was treated for depression during absence from Congress

    Tom Kean Jr., a New Jersey Republican, disclosed being treated for depression during his absence from Congress. He has missed over 100 votes and has not been publicly present in Washington or his district.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 15:35 UTCABC7 EYEWITNESS LA
    New Jersey Republican Tom Kean Jr. said he was treated for depression during absence from Congress

    Tom Kean Jr., a New Jersey Republican, was treated for depression during his absence from Congress. He has missed over 100 votes and has not been publicly present in Washington or his district.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 15:35 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    GOP Rep. Tom Kean Jr. was treated for depression during four month absence

    Tom Kean Jr., a New Jersey Republican representative, disclosed he was treated for depression during a four-month absence from Congress. He returned to the House after winning an uncontested primary and expressed readiness to resume legislative work, though his absence raised political concerns due to his district's competitiveness and the House's narrow Republican majority.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 15:22 UTCWTOP DC
    Republican Tom Kean Jr. said he was treated for depression during absence from Congress

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. disclosed he was treated for depression during his absence from Congress, missing over 100 votes. He returned to the House after an uncontested primary win and faces Democratic challenger Rebecca Bennett in a competitive November election. His absence complicated Republican efforts to maintain House control.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 15:22 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    Kean returns to House, says depression diagnosis led to four-month absence

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. returned to the House after a four-month absence, disclosing that a depression diagnosis led to his hospitalization. His absence, which lasted over 100 days, sparked concern and speculation, with his staff citing a personal medical condition without details. Kean faces Democrat Rebecca Bennett in the November midterms and has not campaigned recently.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 04:11 UTCSEATTLE TIMES
    Republican Tom Kean Jr. set to return to Congress after long unexplained absence

    Tom Kean Jr., a Republican, is returning to Congress after an almost four-month absence due to an unspecified medical condition. He is set to re-emerge on Tuesday.

  • POLITICSJun 30 · 04:09 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Republican Tom Kean Jr. set to return to Congress after long unexplained absence

    Tom Kean Jr., a New Jersey Republican, is expected to return to Congress after a four-month absence due to an unspecified medical condition. His return comes amid speculation about political implications for a competitive district and House Republican leadership, as he represents a battleground area including Donald Trump's Bedminster golf club.

  • POLITICSJun 29 · 22:38 UTCNYT US
    Kean Set to Speak at the Capitol After Mysterious Absence

    Representative Tom Kean Jr. is set to speak at the Capitol following a period of absence. The event is scheduled to take place in Bridgewater, N.J., in 2024.

  • POLITICSJun 25 · 22:47 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    Tom Kean Jr., absent for months, to hold fundraiser on the day of his return

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. is set to return to congressional duties and hold a fundraiser on June 30 after a three-month absence due to an unspecified medical condition. The event marks his first campaign fundraising since his absence, amid a competitive reelection race against Democratic nominee Rebecca Bennett, who has raised more funds recently. Critics question his transparency about his health and availability.

  • POLITICSJun 25 · 12:54 UTCGOTHAMIST
    Early Addition: Rep. Tom Kean Jr. answered his doorbell last night

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. won his uncontested primary this week. The article also highlights other topics including Orthodox Jewish New Yorkers' concerns about Museum of Sex ads on MTA buses, a Taylor Swift Madison Square Garden wedding update, and personal stories about summer breakups.

  • POLITICSJun 25 · 11:02 UTCNY POST
    GOP Rep. Tom Kean Jr. back at New Jersey home ahead of return to Congress

    Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has returned to his home in Westfield, New Jersey, ahead of resuming his congressional duties. He met with a New York Times reporter but did not discuss his time away.

  • POLITICSJun 20 · 17:54 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    GOP Rep. Tom Kean Jr. to return June 30 after mysterious months-long absence

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. is set to return to Congress on June 30 after an unspecified medical absence since March. His political consultant confirmed his return and transparency about his health, while he remains in the race for reelection against Rebecca Bennett in a key New Jersey district.

  • POLITICSJun 19 · 12:31 UTCFOX NEWS
    Republican congressman will end months-long absence from DC after missing 135 roll call votes

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. will return to Washington after a 100-day absence due to a personal health issue, having missed 135 roll call votes since March. He faces a competitive reelection challenge from Rebecca Bennett in a toss-up district rated by the Cook Political Report.

  • POLITICSJun 19 · 12:31 UTCFOX NEWS POLITICS
    Republican congressman will end months-long absence from DC after missing 135 roll call votes

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. will return to Washington, D.C., after missing 135 roll call votes due to a personal health issue. He faces a reelection challenge from Rebecca Bennett in a competitive New Jersey district, with the race rated a 'toss-up' by Cook Political Report. Kean, who has the endorsement of President Donald Trump, has not disclosed details of his health issue but pledged transparency.

  • POLITICSJun 18 · 19:11 UTCSEATTLE TIMES
    NJ Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. sets June 30 return date after monthslong absence

    New Jersey Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. will return to Congress on June 30 after being absent since March due to an unspecified medical issue.

  • POLITICSJun 18 · 19:10 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    NJ Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. sets June 30 return date after monthslong absence

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr., a New Jersey congressman, is set to return to Congress on June 30 after an absence since March due to an unspecified medical issue. He has missed over 100 votes and is running for reelection against Democratic Navy veteran Rebecca Bennett in a key November contest.

  • POLITICSJun 18 · 17:50 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    Tom Kean Jr. will return June 30 to House, spokesperson says

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. will return to the House on June 30 after a 117-day absence due to an undisclosed health issue. His absence has drawn national attention and weakened the Republican majority, while his re-election race against Democratic nominee Rebecca Bennett remains competitive.

  • POLITICSJun 10 · 19:45 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    Introducing Rep. James Gallagher

    Rep. James Gallagher was sworn in as the 431st House member, replacing the late Rep. Doug LaMalfa. The House partisan balance is now 219-212, allowing Republicans up to three defections. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been absent since March, and Democrats are expected to gain two seats in special elections before September.

  • POLITICSJun 4 · 13:44 UTCTHE HILL
    Boebert on ’embarrassing’ Kean absence: ‘Where is he?’

    Rep. Lauren Boebert criticized Rep. Tom Kean Jr. for his extended absence from Capitol Hill and the campaign trail, calling it 'embarrassing' and questioning his whereabouts. She referenced the idea of campaigning from the basement as a point of contrast.

  • POLITICSJun 4 · 00:30 UTCCROSSCUT SEATTLE
    Absence of New Jersey congressmen raises broader questions

    Primary voters in New Jersey finalized the race for a competitive and unusual congressional seat. The incumbent Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has not appeared on the campaign trail or Capitol Hill for months, raising broader questions about Congress.

  • POLITICSJun 3 · 10:03 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    California primary unresolved as voters choose midterm candidates – US politics live

    Democrats seek to oust Republicans in New Jersey and Iowa, with key races unresolved. In New Jersey, Democrats nominated former healthcare executive and US navy veteran Rebecca Bennett to challenge Republican congressman Tom Kean Jr., who ran unopposed in a suburban swing district.

  • POLITICSJun 3 · 07:23 UTCABC NEWS
    New Jersey primary results: Bennett wins Democratic primary to face Kean

    Rebecca Bennett will face Tom Kean Jr. in November for New Jersey's 7th Congressional District, ABC News projects.

  • POLITICSJun 3 · 01:50 UTCFOX NEWS
    Missing GOP congressman reveals he's 'more energized than ever' to return to Washington

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr., a Republican congressman from New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, announced he is 'more energized than ever' and plans to return to in-person work within weeks after months away due to an undisclosed medical issue. He has not voted since March 5 and received an endorsement from Donald Trump, who praised his work on various issues.

  • POLITICSJun 3 · 01:50 UTCFOX NEWS POLITICS
    Missing GOP congressman reveals he's 'more energized than ever' to return to Washington

    Rep. Tom Kean Jr. announced he plans to return to in-person work in Congress within weeks after months away due to an undisclosed medical issue. He emphasized his commitment to serving New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District and received an endorsement from President Donald Trump for re-election.