Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee has made public that she is undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer.
“My doctors have confirmed my diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. I am currently undergoing treatment to battle this disease that impacts tens of thousands of Americans every year,” the Texas Democrat said Sunday night in a statement.
“I am confident that my doctors have developed the best possible plan to target my specific disease. The road ahead will not be easy, but I stand in faith that God will strengthen me.”
The 15-term congresswoman said she expects to be “occasionally absent” from the House while undergoing her treatment.
Jackson Lee, who represents Texas’ 18th District, which includes parts of Houston, recently won a primary election to regain her seat in November. Last year, she lost in her bid to be Houston's mayor.
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