Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland reportedly suffered a “small stroke” over the weekend. In a brief statement, Van Hollen informed his constituents that he experienced “lightheadedness and acute neck pain” while delivering a speech in western Maryland. After delivering remarks in his home state, Van Hollen sought additional care in Washington, D.C. at the George Washington University Hospital.
“Earlier today, an angiogram indicated that I had experienced a minor stroke in the form of a small venous tear at the back of my head,” a statement from Van Hollen’s office reads.
“Fortunately, I have been informed that there are no long-term effects or damage as a result of this incident, but my doctors have advised that out of an abundance of caution I remain under observation for a few days.”
Van Hollen is not the only politician to have suffered a stroke this month. Over the weekend, Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman suffered a stroke as well. Fetterman told his constituents that he sustained no “cognitive damage” during the ordeal.
“Fortunately, [my wife] spotted the symptoms and got me to the hospital within minutes,” he stated.
“The amazing doctors here were able to quickly and completely remove the clot, reversing the stroke; they got my heart under control as well.”
