House Majority Leader Steve Scalise Diagnosed with Treatable Blood Cancer

Representative Steve Scalise, the House majority leader and Republican from Louisiana, has announced that he has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a rare form of blood cancer. Despite his diagnosis, Scalise plans to continue working in Washington while undergoing treatment. This comes at a critical time as Congress faces the possibility of a government shutdown on October 1. Scalise, known for his ability to negotiate with the hard-right faction of the Republican conference, will play a crucial role in addressing spending levels and social issues.