An 81-year-old Republican lawmaker from North Carolina, Rep. Richard Hudson, was involved in an incident at the U.S. Capitol when he fell while attending a meeting. According to reports, Hudson fell at 12:45 PM in the Capitol building and was attended to on-site by emergency personnel. He was subsequently transported to a local hospital to receive further medical care. Hudson, who has been a member of Congress since 2013 and serves as the chairman of the House Republican Campaign Committee, noted that he felt grateful for the quick response from the Capitol’s emergency services. In his statement, he expressed appreciation to everyone who assisted him, emphasizing that he was feeling better after the incident. Currently, there is no specific information regarding the extent of his injuries or how long he might be hospitalized. The fall occurred during a busy day in Congress as lawmakers were preparing to work on pressing issues, and his colleagues have sent their best wishes for a speedy recovery. Hudson’s well-being is being closely monitored by his family and peers as he continues receiving medical attention.
