Scalise’s office gives update on ‘positive response’ to treatment for blood cancer

Scalise’s office gives update on ‘positive response’ to treatment for blood cancer

There’s good news about House Majority Leader Steve Scalise’s treatments for blood cancer: He has responded well to chemotherapy and is undergoing a stem cell transplantation process, according to his office.

That ongoing course of treatment means the Louisiana Republican will work remotely this month before returning to Washington in February, according to his office.

“He is currently undergoing the transplant process, marking a significant milestone in his battle against cancer,” the office said in an unattributed statement. “Once the procedure is completed, he will be recovering under the supervision of his medical team and will work remotely until returning to Washington next month.”

Scalise revealed his diagnosis of multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer, back in August. His ongoing treatment became an issue in his unsuccessful bid to replace former Rep. Kevin McCarthy as speaker back in the fall.