Rep. Glenn Thompson announces prostate cancer diagnosis

Rep. Glenn Thompson (R-PA) has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and will undergo treatment, the Pennsylvania Republican announced on Tuesday.

Thompson said he was informed of the diagnosis after undergoing a routine physical and subsequent medical tests. However, the three-term lawmaker said he would continue his legislative work as he goes through treatment.

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“Anyone who’s worked with me knows I am a person of faith as well an eternal optimist, both of which will guide me as I undergo treatment,” Thompson said in a statement. “I am grateful to my medical team, my family, everyone I work with and represent in Congress. My faith in God is strong and I will tackle this head on. I appreciate both prayers and privacy during this time.”

Thompson was first elected to Congress in 2008 for the state’s 5th Congressional District, later being redistricted to represent Pennsylvania’s 15th Congressional District in 2015. Thompson has not yet announced whether he plans to run for another term in 2024.

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The announcement is the first cancer diagnosis from a House Republican since Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) announced his own diagnosis of multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer, in late August. Scalise has also said he would continue his legislative work while undergoing treatment, often taking precautionary measures such as wearing face masks when working in the Capitol.