Synopsis
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, 84, has been hospitalised following a fall during a Congressional visit to Luxembourg. The incident occurred during an official engagement marking the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge. Pelosi is receiving medical care at a military hospital in Germany and continues to work remotely. Lawmakers, including Rep. Michael McCaul, have expressed support as she recovers from the injury. Pelosi is expected to return to the US soon.
Former US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, 84, has been admitted to hospital after suffering an injury during a fall at an official event in Luxembourg. Pelosi was part of a bipartisan Congressional delegation attending a ceremony to mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge in World War II. Her spokesperson, Ian Krager, confirmed that Pelosi is receiving “excellent” treatment from medical professionals and is continuing to work despite the injury.
What happened to Nancy Pelosi?
Pelosi’s office declined to provide specific details about how the injury occurred, but sources familiar with the incident revealed that she tripped and fell while attending the event. One source confirmed that she injured her hip. Following the fall, Pelosi was transferred by the US military to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany for further evaluation and treatment. The medical centre, a major facility that has treated US troops injured in combat for years, is now providing care for Pelosi.
As reported by AP, Pelosi’s spokesperson, Ian Krager, released a statement on Friday saying, “While traveling with a bipartisan Congressional delegation in Luxembourg to mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi sustained an injury during an official engagement and was admitted to the hospital for evaluation.” Krager added, “She is currently receiving excellent treatment from doctors and medical professionals. She continues to work and regrets that she is unable to attend the remainder of the CODEL engagements to honour the courage of our servicemembers during one of the greatest acts of American heroism in our nation’s history.”
Recovery and Future Plans
Krager assured that Pelosi is making progress and looks forward to returning to the United States soon. “She looks forward to returning home to the U.S. soon,” Krager stated. Despite the setback, Pelosi has remained active and engaged in her work, continuing to serve as a representative for her San Francisco district after stepping down from her leadership role two years ago.
Several lawmakers have extended their support to Pelosi as she recovers from her injury. Rep. Michael McCaul, a Republican from Texas who is part of the delegation, posted on social media, saying, “Praying for a speedy recovery. She’s strong, and I’m confident she’ll be back on her feet in no time.” McCaul added that Pelosi had been eager to honour World War II veterans during the trip, which she will no longer be able to complete due to the injury.
Pelosi’s fall follows a series of high-profile public engagements, including attending the Kennedy Center Honors and the swearing-in of former House colleagues, such as Adam Schiff of California and Andy Kim of New Jersey. Although Pelosi stepped down from her leadership role in 2022, she remains an influential figure in American politics and continues to represent her district in Congress.
The injury also comes two years after her husband, Paul Pelosi, was violently attacked at their San Francisco home. In the 2022 incident, an intruder broke into their home, injuring Paul Pelosi with a hammer. The attacker was sentenced to 30 years in prison in October of this year.
Pelosi’s injury follows a recent fall by Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, 82, who tripped in the US Capitol. McConnell suffered a sprained wrist and a cut to his face but was cleared to resume his schedule after the incident. Like Pelosi, McConnell’s fall has drawn attention given his high-profile role in Congress.
(With inputs from Agencies)