
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi , 84, underwent successful hip replacement surgery on Saturday after sustaining an injury during an official engagement in Luxembourg, according to a spokesperson. Pelosi is reported to be "well on the mend" and receiving excellent care.
Pelosi's injury occurred on the stairs while she was traveling with a bipartisan Congressional delegation to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge. The fall required hospitalization in Luxembourg before she was medically evacuated by the US military to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, a major facility known for treating injured US troops.
Ian Krager, Pelosi's spokesperson, stated that she regrets being unable to attend the remainder of the delegation's engagements but remains actively involved in her work while recovering. Pelosi is expected to return to the US soon.
This incident follows another recent fall involving Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell , 82, who sustained a wrist sprain and minor facial injuries earlier this week at the US Capitol. Both lawmakers are recovering, with McConnell cleared to resume his schedule.
Pelosi’s injury highlights the physical challenges faced by senior members of Congress as they continue their active roles in public service.