NJ Congressman Still Hospitalized After Cardiac Episode: Payne Update

NEW JERSEY — U.S. Rep. Donald Payne Jr. of New Jersey is still hospitalized after suffering a cardiac episode related to his diabetes last week.

Payne, a Newark resident, was taken to the hospital after last week's medical incident. A spokesperson for the congressman gave an update on his condition on Wednesday:

"Congressman Donald M. Payne Jr. suffered a cardiac episode based on complications from his diabetes last week. Today, he is in stable condition at a local hospital and continues to be under doctor’s care. While we hope for a full recovery, we ask everyone to keep him in your prayers.”

Payne represents New Jersey's 10th Congressional District, which includes the following municipalities:

• Essex County – Caldwell, East Orange, Essex Fells, Irvington, Montclair (part), Newark (part), Orange, Verona, West Orange
• Hudson County – Jersey City (part)
• Union County – Cranford, Garwood, Hillside, Kenilworth, Linden (part), Roselle, Roselle Park, Union Township

The congressman has been open about his struggles with diabetes, recently writing that he deals with daily health complications related to the disease, including regular dialysis treatments. He has been a strong advocate for lowering drug prices for crucial medication such as insulin.

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