New Jersey GOP Rep. Kean says he will return to full schedule 'very soon' after medical issue

New Jersey GOP Rep. Tom Kean Jr. told supporters Monday that he will return to Capitol Hill and a full schedule "very soon," after he disappeared for weeks because of a medical issue.

Kean was noted to be missing last week after it was reported that he had not participated in a vote in Congress since March 5 and missed nearly 50 roll call votes. He is currently seeking reelection in one of the GOP's toughest districts.

The lawmaker has not provided details on the health issue, but said it was "personal," and highlighted his previous track record of "showing up and delivering." 

“I want to thank my constituents and colleagues for their patience as I address a personal medical issue,” Kean said on his campaign X account. “My doctors continue to assure me that my recovery will be complete and that I will be back to the job I love very soon. I expect to return to a full schedule and be at 100 percent.”

New Jersey's 7th District's election results have been narrowly divided between Democrats and Republicans. President Donald Trump won the district by one point in the 2024 presidential election, but Democrat Mikie Sherrill won the district by nearly two points in the 2025 governor's race. Kean won the district by five points in 2024. 

Misty Severi is a news reporter for Just The News. You can follow her on X for more coverage.