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Tom Kean Jr. defends handling of medical absence in House debate

Original: Tom Kean Jr. defends his handling of medical absence in key House debate

Representative Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey faced questions over a medical absence during a key House debate and defended how he handled it. The exchange has drawn attention as Republicans hold a narrow House majority, making each member's attendance and voting record consequential for close legislative fights.

Why now: His prolonged absence affects the narrow House majority's ability to pass legislation, making his explanation politically significant.

Tom Kean Jr.US House of RepresentativesNew Jersey

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