The Republican noted that he’ll continue representing his district.
U.S. Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-Pa.) announced on Dec. 5 that he had recently been diagnosed with prostate cancer and will undergo treatment.
In a statement on X, the Pennsylvania Republican noted that he received the diagnosis after a routine physical and subsequent tests.
“While this diagnosis is a surprise, I feel well, and I will continue my work representing the people of Pennsylvania’s 15th District,” he wrote.
“Anyone who’s worked with me knows I am a person of faith as well as an eternal optimist, both of which will guide me as I undergo treatment,” he added. “I am grateful to my medical team, my family, [and] everyone I work with and represent in Congress.”
The 64-year-old politician said he will “tackle this head on” and appreciates both prayers and privacy during this time.
Mr. Thompson was first elected to Congress in 2008 to represent Pennsylvania’s 5th Congressional District. In 2018, he was redistricted to the 15th Congressional District after the state’s Supreme Court redrew the congressional district map right before the 2018 primary election.
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