BREAKING: Sen. Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign has canceled all appearances and events until further notice following a procedure for an artery blockage.
Sen. Bernie Sanders' presidential campaign has canceled all appearances and events until further notice following a procedure for an artery blockage.
In a statement Wednesday, the senator's advisor Jeff Weaver said Sanders "experienced some chest discomfort" during a Tuesday event. Testing found a "blockage in one artery," and Sanders had two stents inserted, he said. "Sen. Sanders is conversing and in good spirits. He will be resting up over the next few days," Weaver said. "We are canceling his events and appearances until further notice, and we will continue to provide appropriate updates."
Democratic Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders speaks during a rally at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center October 3, 2015 in Boston, Massachusetts.Sanders, 78, is the oldest presidential candidate seeking to challenge President Donald Trump in 2020.
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