WASHINGTON (AP) — House Majority Whip Steve Scalise says he will undergo surgery Wednesday as part of his recovery from last June's shooting at a baseball practice.
The Louisiana Republican said Tuesday he's made tremendous progress recovering from the shooting. He didn't provide details of the surgery, only that it was planned for about a month and is a "continued part of my recovery."
Scalise says he intends to remain fully engaged in his work as he heals, but gave no specific timeline for his return.
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He says, "I look forward to returning to the Capitol as soon as I can within the coming weeks."
Scalise was struck by a bullet in the hip, shattering bone and damaging internal organs. He often uses a cane when he walks.
