Cummings hospitalized as wife suspends campaign for governor

[demmiblue]

Source: Politico

Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-Md.) is currently hospitalized, three sources told POLITICO, the latest setback in a string of health issues that have plagued the longtime lawmaker since last year.

Maya Rockeymoore Cummings, a Democratic policy consultant, suspended her bid for governor of Maryland on Friday shortly before news surfaced that her husband was in the hospital.

It is unclear whether Cummings’ hospitalization is related to heart issues that sidelined him for months last year or is due to an unrelated health issue. Cummings’ office did not respond to multiple requests for comment other than to refer questions to Rockeymoore Cummings’ campaign.

In a statement announcing plans to suspend her campaign, Rockeymoore Cummings cited personal issues but did not elaborate.

Read more: https://www.politico.com/story/2018/01/05/elijah-cummings-hospitalized-326876

[SummerSnow]

1. Get well soon Mr. Cummings

[2naSalit]

2. Since last year...

like right after he refused to be seen with cheato or disagreeing on something that was a big news story?

[murielm99]

3. We all wish you a return to health,

Rep. Cummings.

There is a lot of this going on. 45's Presidency is too hard on everyone, no matter what side of the aisle they occupy.

[mcar]

4. Health and healing to him

[mahina]

5. Holding this American hero in the light.

Healing and aloha to Rep. Elijah Cummings, the very best of us.

[SunSeeker]

6. He has been a valiant warrior for us in the House. We need him back ASAP!

[Alice11111]

7. Elijah Cummings has been our strong and often the first voice

on important issues. He isa true amd courageous leader.
Recover well.

[gopiscrap]

8. Prayers for healing

[demmiblue]

9. More info:

Cummings Hospitalized For Knee Infection, ‘Minor Procedure’ Office Says

Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-MD) was hospitalized Friday for a bacterial infection in his knee, his office confirmed to TPM.

“Congressman Cummings was admitted to Johns Hopkins Hospital for a bacterial infection in his knee,” press secretary Molly Forgey said in a statement emailed to TPM. “Doctors drained the infection in a minor procedure today. He is resting comfortably and expects a full recovery.”

http://talkingpointsmemo.com/livewire/cummings-hospitalized-knee-infection-minor-procedure?utm_content=buffer3f6b9&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

[BumRushDaShow]

11. Thank you for that update!

He is the only one able to keep Gowdy in check and has been tireless trying to defend against the GOP Oversight Committee bullshit as the ranking member.

[elleng]

14. Good news!

Sufficient reason for his wife to change her plans, re: Governor race?

[raging moderate]

10. Get well soon, Mr. Cummings.

[dbackjon]

12. Well wishes to a true American hero

[turbinetree]

13. To my Congressional Representative Cummings you have had our back's and we have your's

Get well and Rest and come back for another day, your health and your family are more important.

[Sparkly]

15. Always proud

that he represents me. Hoping he recovers quickly and completely!!

[Judi Lynn]

16. Highest hopes for a sound recovery for Rep. Cummings. He is a distinguished presence everywhere. n/t