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Rep. Tom Kean Jr.'s prolonged health-related absence is expected to pose challenges for House Republicans as they face critical votes on key party-line legislation.
www.foxnews.comHere’s the latest on Tom Kean Jr.’s absences:
As of May 12, 2026, Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has not voted in the House since March 5 and is out due to a personal health matter. He’s anticipated to return to a full schedule soon, according to his office and statements from House leadership.[2][4]
Coverage notes that his prolonged absence is notable given New Jersey’s 7th District, a competitive swing seat in this election cycle, and that he has missed dozens of roll-call votes during the period.[1][2]
On April 24, 2026, NBC News reported the absence began in early March with the congressman addressing a personal health matter and expecting to resume full duties soon, with Speaker Johnson indicating a positive outlook for his return.[1]
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If you’d like, I can pull more sources for corroboration, or summarize what votes Kean Jr. has missed and how it’s affected upcoming House actions. Sources cited: NBC News reporting on his absence and status (April 24 and May 12) and CBS/New Jersey coverage (April–April 27) for context on his medical leave.[4][2][1]
Rep. Tom Kean Jr.'s prolonged health-related absence is expected to pose challenges for House Republicans as they face critical votes on key party-line legislation.
www.foxnews.comThe New Jersey Republican hasn't voted in the House since March 5, citing a 'personal health matter.' He's running for re-election in a top swing district targeted by Democrats this year.
www.nbcnews.comYou can’t just “lose” a House member, right?
www.esquire.comNew Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr. said he is facing a personal medical issue after a weeks-long absence from the House of Representatives.
www.cbsnews.comNew Jersey Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been absent from Congress for more than six weeks due to a medical issue, he said.
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patch.comThe vulnerable Republican is facing re-election in a district rated a "toss-up" by the Cook Political Report.
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