'Not a scandalous thing at all': Speaker Johnson vouches for GOP lawmaker absent for 3 months

House Speaker Mike Johnson has publicly supported Rep. Tom Kean, who has been absent from Congress for three months due to a health issue, emphasizing that there's nothing scandalous about his leave. Johnson assured that Kean will soon return and offer complete transparency regarding his medical situation. This situation highlights the often unseen challenges lawmakers face, underlining the importance of privacy and understanding in such matters. The reassurance from Johnson aims to quell any speculation and maintain confidence in Kean's eventual return to his duties.