U.S. Sen. John Fetterman is being briefed on Senate business and news but his staff said Monday they have “no real news” about his health as he remains hospitalized for depression.
The Pennsylvania Democrat’s communications director, Joe Calvello, issued a short update, saying, “We don’t have a lot to update folks with since there’s no real news to report except that John is doing well, working with the wonderful doctors, and remains on a path to recovery.”
Mr. Fetterman checked himself into Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Feb. 15 for treatment of clinical depression. His hospitalization followed suffering a stroke on the campaign trail last year, but an examination after he experienced light-headedness earlier this month found no evidence of another stroke or a seizure, his staff said.
“He is visiting with staff and family daily, and his staff are keeping him updated on Senate business and news,” Mr. Calvello said Monday.
“Our team is moving full speed ahead and working tirelessly for the people of Pennsylvania. Just last week we opened a new office in Erie and will be opening several more offices in the coming weeks.
“We understand the intense interest in John’s status and especially appreciate the flood of well-wishes. However, as we have said this will be a weeks-long process and while we will be sure to keep folks updated as it progresses, this is all there is to give by way of an update.”
First Published: February 27, 2023, 9:22 p.m.
Updated: February 28, 2023, 1:14 p.m.
