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Missing US congressman explains mysterious four-month absence

New Jersey Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr. returned to the House on Tuesday after a 142-day medical leave due to depression. During this time, he missed over 140 votes, raising concerns among party leadership as he heads into a pivotal midterm election race. Kean emphasized the challenges of the illness, describing it as far more than mere sadness.

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Published 30 Jun 2026, 17:01 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 17:10 UTC

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