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New Jersey Republican expects to be ‘back in the near future’ after reports on absences

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.) on Monday addressed reports of his absence from Congress, saying he is dealing with a “personal medical issue” and expects to return to Capitol Hill in the near future.  “I want to thank my constituents and colleagues for their patience as I addres

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New Jersey Republican expects to be ‘back in the near future’ after reports on absencesRep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.) on Monday addressed reports of his absence from Congress, saying he is dealing with a “personal medical issue” and expects to return to Capitol Hill in the near future.  “I want to thank my constituents and colleagues for their patience as I addres
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