Democratic Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, he announced Thursday.
“Last month I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. While this news came as a shock, I can report that I have an excellent prognosis, as well as the benefit of exceptional medical care and the unwavering support of my family,” Casey said in a statement.
Last month, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. While this news came as a shock, I can report that I have an excellent prognosis, as well as the benefit of exceptional medical care and the unwavering support of my family.
— Senator Bob Casey (@SenBobCasey) January 5, 2023
First elected in 2006, Casey is the longest-serving Democratic senator in Pennsylvania history. He previously served as State Auditor General and Treasurer. (RELATED: Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin Reveals ‘Serious But Curable’ Cancer Diagnosis)
“In the coming months, I will undergo surgery, after which I am expected to make a full recovery. I am confident that my recommended course of treatment will allow me to continue my service in the 118th Congress with minimal disruption, and I look forward to the work ahead,” Casey continued.
This is a breaking news story and will be updated as more information becomes available.