Rep. Mo Brooks Announces That He Has Prostate Cancer
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December 13, 2017I know things get heated in Congress, but I truly don’t wish sickness on any of our lawmakers– not even on old hags like Nancy Pelosi or John McCain.
That being said, sad news to report. Rep. Mo Brooks has announced that he has prostate cancer.
Rep. Mo Brooks, who lost in Alabama Senate GOP primary this year, just revealed in an emotional House floor speech that he has prostate cancer.
— Cristina Marcos (@cimarcos) December 13, 2017
His doctor called after House votes on Halloween to deliver the prognosis. Brooks then called his wife, who was giving candy to trick-or-treaters. "That night was one of the loneliest nights apart in our 41-year marriage," Brooks says, struggling to hold back tears.
— Cristina Marcos (@cimarcos) December 13, 2017
He’s undergoing surgery soon.
Brooks says he is undergoing surgery this Friday, Dec. 15, and a "post-surgery medical procedure" on Dec. 20.
"As a result, next week, I will miss House floor votes unless I am unexpectedly medically cleared to travel."
— Cristina Marcos (@cimarcos) December 13, 2017
I’m very sorry to hear that my colleague and my friend, Mo Brooks, has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. I will be praying for him, his family and for a speedy and complete recovery.
— Rep. Robert Aderholt (@Robert_Aderholt) December 13, 2017
Rep. Mo Brooks (R-AL) delivered an emotional speech on House floor explaining why he’ll miss big votes. After an Oct diagnosis of high-risk prostate cancer, Brooks will be having surgery. He credited his loss in AL GOP Sen primary for saving his life. no mention of elex results
— Bret Baier (@BretBaier) December 13, 2017
Brooks says he is undergoing surgery this Friday, Dec. 15, and a "post-surgery medical procedure" on Dec. 20.
"As a result, next week, I will miss House floor votes unless I am unexpectedly medically cleared to travel."
— Cristina Marcos (@cimarcos) December 13, 2017
He made the announcement on the House floor. He said losing the race may have saved his life.
“Had I won, I would not have had time for my physical and PSA test. I would not have had a prostate biopsy. I would not now know about my high-risk prostate cancer that requires immediate surgery. In retrospect, and paradoxically, losing the Senate race may have saved my life. Yes, God does work in mysterious ways,” Brooks said.
In emotional speech on the House Floor, @RepMoBrooks reveals he has prostate cancer. Says "losing the senate race may have saved my life. Yes, God does work in mysterious ways." pic.twitter.com/od00ULaowD
— Pat Ward (@WardDPatrick) December 13, 2017
Here’s his full speech:
Prayers for Brooks! Here’s to a speedy and full recovery!
