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Washington — Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut was hospitalized on Saturday after experiencing a stroke, his office said.

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The senator “started experiencing numbness in his arm while at his son’s hockey game,” Allison Herwitt, Murphy’s chief of staff, said in a statement.

10 of 13 outletsfirst reported 1 Novwording from NBC News

A 20-year senator from the state of Connecticut, Murphy serves as a top Democrat on two powerful Senate committees: appropriations, which decides how US government funds are allocated, and foreign relations.

5 of 13 outletsfirst reported 1 Novwording from Al Jazeera

In 2022, three prominent Democratic lawmakers — Sen. Ben Ray Lujan of New Mexico, Chis Van Hollen of Maryland, and then-Senate candidate John Fetterman — were all hospitalized for strokes.

3 of 13 outletsfirst reported 1 Novwording from NPR

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Washington Examiner6 Nov

Sen. Chris Murphy was discharged from Johns Hopkins Hospital after suffering a stroke last week but will miss Senate votes for the next few weeks while undergoing rehabilitation at a specialized center. The 53-year-old senator, who is considered a potential candidate for the 2028 presidential race, made this announcement on Friday and expressed optimism about his recovery progress.

Chris Murphy discharged from hospital after stroke but will miss ‘next several weeks of votes’ →3 articles from Washington Examiner on this story
CBS News2 Nov

Chris Murphy, a 53-year-old Democratic senator from Connecticut, reportedly suffered a stroke after experiencing numbness in his arms during his son's hockey game. He was immediately hospitalized for treatment where it was confirmed that he had indeed had a stroke. The article does not provide further details on the severity of the stroke or his current condition beyond noting that he is "awake" and recovering.

Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy reportedly "awake" and recovering from stroke →2 articles from CBS News on this story
The Independent1 Nov

Senator Chris Murphy, 53, was hospitalized after experiencing numbness in his arm during his son's hockey game on Saturday; doctors discovered he had suffered a stroke. He is currently at Johns Hopkins Hospital for further monitoring and has responded well to treatment, showing signs of recovery. The article highlights Murphy’s political career and potential future roles, noting that he joins other senators who have…

Sen. Chris Murphy, 53, suffers stroke during son's hockey game →2 articles from The Independent on this story
NBC News6 Nov

Sen. Chris Murphy was discharged from The Johns Hopkins Hospital after experiencing a small hemorrhagic stroke last weekend. At 53, he will now spend several weeks at a rehabilitation center to recover fully. Dr. Jose Suarez stated that Murphy has made significant progress in his treatment and is expected to make a full recovery. The article focuses on the medical details of the incident and its potential impact on…

Sen. Chris Murphy discharged from hospital after stroke →2 articles from NBC News on this story
ABC News (US)6 Nov

Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy was discharged from the hospital after suffering a small hemorrhagic stroke last weekend and will now spend several weeks at a rehabilitation facility before returning to work. The 53-year-old senator, who serves on key committees in the Senate and is seen as a potential future leader within the party, has made significant progress according to his doctors. Murphy plans to stay…

Connecticut Sen. Murphy discharged from hospital after stroke, goes to rehab facility →2 articles from ABC News (US) on this story
NPR1 Nov

Sen. Chris Murphy recently suffered a stroke but has an excellent prognosis due to quick medical attention. The article emphasizes recognizing stroke symptoms early by remembering the BE FAST acronym: Balance loss, Eye changes, Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call 911 immediately. Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S., with more than 162,000 deaths reported in 2023…

Do you know signs of a stroke? BE FAST are the words to remember →2 articles from NPR on this story
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New York Post1 Nov

Senator Chris Murphy, a Democrat from Connecticut, suffered a stroke while watching his son's hockey game on Saturday. He experienced numbness in his arm during the event and was taken to a hospital near the rink before being transferred to Johns Hopkins Hospital in Maryland for further treatment. According to his chief of staff, he is currently awake and alert with doctors predicting a full recovery. Murphy, who…

Outspoken Dem Sen. Chris Murphy suffers stroke in front of son →
Daily Mail1 Nov

Senator Chris Murphy, age 53, was hospitalized after experiencing a stroke while attending his son's hockey game on Saturday. He initially went to a local hospital and was later transferred to Johns Hopkins Hospital in Maryland for further care. His chief of staff reported that he is awake, alert, and responding well to treatment; doctors are optimistic about his full recovery.

Democrat Senator Chris Murphy, 53, rushed to hospital after suffering stroke while at son's hockey game →
Toronto Star1 Nov

Sen. Chris Murphy from Connecticut is hospitalized after experiencing a stroke. On Saturday, during his son's hockey game, Murphy began to feel numbness in his arm, an initial symptom of his medical condition. His chief of staff, Allison Herwitt, released a statement confirming the incident on Sunday.

Sen. Chris Murphy had a stroke and is in the hospital, his office says →
Fox News1 Nov

Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut was hospitalized after experiencing a stroke on Saturday while attending his son’s hockey game. His chief of staff stated that he began feeling numbness in his arm and was subsequently transferred to Johns Hopkins Hospital for further care. The statement indicated that Murphy is awake, alert, and responding well to treatment, with doctors optimistic about his full recovery.

Connecticut Dem Sen Chris Murphy hospitalized for stroke →
The Guardian1 Nov

Chris Murphy, 53, a Democratic US Senator from Connecticut, was hospitalized after experiencing numbness in his arm during his son’s hockey game on Saturday. Doctors at Johns Hopkins Hospital are monitoring him and report he is responsive and showing encouraging signs of recovery. Known for his advocacy on gun reform, Murphy has also been seen as a potential 2028 presidential candidate but recently stated that…

Connecticut senator Chris Murphy hospitalized after stroke →
Al Jazeera1 Nov

Chris Murphy, a high-ranking Democratic senator from Connecticut, suffered a stroke on Saturday after experiencing numbness in his arm. His chief-of-staff, Allison Herwitt, reported that he is awake and alert at Johns Hopkins Hospital, with doctors optimistic about his full recovery. As a key member of the Senate committees on appropriations and foreign relations, Murphy's health situation could impact ongoing…

High-ranking US Democratic senator suffers stroke →
BBC2 Nov

US Senator Chris Murphy suffered a stroke while at his son's hockey game on Saturday and was taken to the hospital where he remains under medical care. His team reports that doctors are optimistic about his full recovery, noting he is currently awake and alert. The article highlights Murphy’s significant role in advocating for progressive issues such as healthcare and gun safety, emphasizing the political impact of…

Senator Chris Murphy expected to make full recovery after stroke →
Just the News6 Nov

Sen. Chris Murphy, 53 from Connecticut, was discharged from the hospital on Friday following a stroke earlier this month. His staff reported him as "awake and alert" by Monday. In a statement to Politico, Murphy said he would spend several weeks in a rehabilitation center to accelerate his recovery before returning to work. As a result of his absence, Murphy will miss several votes in the Senate.

Sen. Chris Murphy discharged from hospital after stroke →

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  1. 1 Nov

    Washington — Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut was hospitalized on Saturday after experiencing a stroke, his office said.

    13 outlets · CBS News
  2. 2 Nov

    "The doctors are encouraged by his progress, he is awake and alert, and we are optimistic he will make a full recovery," his team said.

    7 outlets · BBC
  3. 6 Nov

    The press release updating Murphy's condition included a statement from Dr. Jose Suarez, chief of neurosciences critical care at the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

    2 outlets · ABC News

Coverage 21 articles

Where to start Connecticut Sen. Murphy discharged from hospital after stroke, goes to rehab facility ABC News (US)

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  • 6 Nov Connecticut Sen. Murphy discharged from hospital after stroke, goes to rehab facilityConnecticut Senator Chris Murphy was discharged from the hospital after suffering a small hemorrhagic stroke last weekend and will now spend several weeks at a rehabilitation facility before returning to work. The 53-year-old senator, who serves on key committees in the Senate and is seen as a potential future leader within the party, has made significant progress according to his doctors. Murphy plans to stay…ABC News (US)
  • 6 Nov Chris Murphy discharged from hospital after stroke but will miss ‘next several weeks of votes’Sen. Chris Murphy was discharged from Johns Hopkins Hospital after suffering a stroke last week but will miss Senate votes for the next few weeks while undergoing rehabilitation at a specialized center. The 53-year-old senator, who is considered a potential candidate for the 2028 presidential race, made this announcement on Friday and expressed optimism about his recovery progress.Washington Examiner
  • 6 Nov Sen. Chris Murphy discharged from hospital after strokeSen. Chris Murphy, 53 from Connecticut, was discharged from the hospital on Friday following a stroke earlier this month. His staff reported him as "awake and alert" by Monday. In a statement to Politico, Murphy said he would spend several weeks in a rehabilitation center to accelerate his recovery before returning to work. As a result of his absence, Murphy will miss several votes in the Senate.Just the News
  • 6 Nov Sen. Chris Murphy discharged from hospital after strokeSen. Chris Murphy was discharged from The Johns Hopkins Hospital after experiencing a small hemorrhagic stroke last weekend. At 53, he will now spend several weeks at a rehabilitation center to recover fully. Dr. Jose Suarez stated that Murphy has made significant progress in his treatment and is expected to make a full recovery. The article focuses on the medical details of the incident and its potential impact on…NBC News
  • 2 Nov Chris Murphy suffers stroke at age 53: What to knowSen. Chris Murphy was admitted to Johns Hopkins Hospital after experiencing a stroke on Sunday. Physicians at a local hospital initially treated him and determined he was having a stroke, according to Allison Herwitt, Murphy’s chief of staff.Washington Examiner
  • 2 Nov Senator Chris Murphy expected to make full recovery after strokeUS Senator Chris Murphy suffered a stroke while at his son's hockey game on Saturday and was taken to the hospital where he remains under medical care. His team reports that doctors are optimistic about his full recovery, noting he is currently awake and alert. The article highlights Murphy’s significant role in advocating for progressive issues such as healthcare and gun safety, emphasizing the political impact of…BBC
  • 2 Nov Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy reportedly "awake" and recovering from strokeChris Murphy, a 53-year-old Democratic senator from Connecticut, reportedly suffered a stroke after experiencing numbness in his arms during his son's hockey game. He was immediately hospitalized for treatment where it was confirmed that he had indeed had a stroke. The article does not provide further details on the severity of the stroke or his current condition beyond noting that he is "awake" and recovering.CBS News
  • 1 Nov High-ranking US Democratic senator suffers strokeChris Murphy, a high-ranking Democratic senator from Connecticut, suffered a stroke on Saturday after experiencing numbness in his arm. His chief-of-staff, Allison Herwitt, reported that he is awake and alert at Johns Hopkins Hospital, with doctors optimistic about his full recovery. As a key member of the Senate committees on appropriations and foreign relations, Murphy's health situation could impact ongoing…Al Jazeera
  • 1 Nov Do you know signs of a stroke? BE FAST are the words to rememberSen. Chris Murphy recently suffered a stroke but has an excellent prognosis due to quick medical attention. The article emphasizes recognizing stroke symptoms early by remembering the BE FAST acronym: Balance loss, Eye changes, Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call 911 immediately. Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S., with more than 162,000 deaths reported in 2023…NPR
  • 1 Nov Connecticut senator Chris Murphy hospitalized after strokeChris Murphy, 53, a Democratic US Senator from Connecticut, was hospitalized after experiencing numbness in his arm during his son’s hockey game on Saturday. Doctors at Johns Hopkins Hospital are monitoring him and report he is responsive and showing encouraging signs of recovery. Known for his advocacy on gun reform, Murphy has also been seen as a potential 2028 presidential candidate but recently stated that…The Guardian
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  • 1 Nov Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy is hospitalized with a strokeChris Murphy, the Connecticut Senator and Democrat, is in hospital after experiencing a stroke while attending his son's hockey game. His chief of staff stated that he was taken to a local hospital where doctors discovered the incident and later transferred him to Johns Hopkins Hospital; Murphy is expected to fully recover. The article highlights Murphy’s prominence as a foreign policy leader and potential 2028…NPR
  • 1 Nov Sen. Chris Murphy, 53, suffers stroke during son's hockey gameSenator Chris Murphy, 53, was hospitalized after experiencing numbness in his arm during his son's hockey game on Saturday; doctors discovered he had suffered a stroke. He is currently at Johns Hopkins Hospital for further monitoring and has responded well to treatment, showing signs of recovery. The article highlights Murphy’s political career and potential future roles, noting that he joins other senators who have…The Independent
  • 1 Nov Connecticut Dem Sen Chris Murphy hospitalized for strokeSen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut was hospitalized after experiencing a stroke on Saturday while attending his son’s hockey game. His chief of staff stated that he began feeling numbness in his arm and was subsequently transferred to Johns Hopkins Hospital for further care. The statement indicated that Murphy is awake, alert, and responding well to treatment, with doctors optimistic about his full recovery.Fox News
  • 1 Nov Sen. Chris Murphy had a stroke and is in the hospital, his office saysSen. Chris Murphy from Connecticut is hospitalized after experiencing a stroke. On Saturday, during his son's hockey game, Murphy began to feel numbness in his arm, an initial symptom of his medical condition. His chief of staff, Allison Herwitt, released a statement confirming the incident on Sunday.Toronto Star
  • 1 Nov Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after suffering a stroke, chief of staff saysSenator Chris Murphy was hospitalized on Saturday after experiencing numbness in his arm during his son's hockey game, leading doctors to diagnose him with a stroke. His chief of staff, Allison Herwitt, stated that the 53-year-old Democrat has since been transferred to Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore for further treatment, where medical professionals are optimistic about his full recovery.ABC News (US)
  • 1 Nov Democrat Senator Chris Murphy, 53, rushed to hospital after suffering stroke while at son's hockey gameSenator Chris Murphy, age 53, was hospitalized after experiencing a stroke while attending his son's hockey game on Saturday. He initially went to a local hospital and was later transferred to Johns Hopkins Hospital in Maryland for further care. His chief of staff reported that he is awake, alert, and responding well to treatment; doctors are optimistic about his full recovery.Daily Mail
  • 1 Nov Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after strokeSen. Chris Murphy, 53 from Connecticut, was hospitalized on Saturday following a stroke while at his son's hockey game. He was initially treated at a local hospital and then transferred to Johns Hopkins for further care. Doctors report that he is making good progress and are optimistic about his full recovery. The article focuses on the immediate medical situation of the senator without delving into broader…NBC News
  • 1 Nov Sen. Chris Murphy had a stroke and is in the hospital, his office saysSen. Chris Murphy had a stroke while attending his son's hockey game on Saturday and was taken to a local hospital where the diagnosis was confirmed. He has since been transferred to Johns Hopkins Hospital for further care. His chief of staff, Allison Herwitt, stated that he is awake, alert, and responding well to treatment, with doctors optimistic about his full recovery.The Independent
  • 1 Nov Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after suffering stroke, office saysSenator Chris Murphy, aged 53, was hospitalized for a stroke that occurred on Saturday. His chief of staff, Allison Herwitt, stated that he is currently under treatment at Johns Hopkins Hospital with expectations of a full recovery.Washington Examiner
  • 1 Nov Outspoken Dem Sen. Chris Murphy suffers stroke in front of sonSenator Chris Murphy, a Democrat from Connecticut, suffered a stroke while watching his son's hockey game on Saturday. He experienced numbness in his arm during the event and was taken to a hospital near the rink before being transferred to Johns Hopkins Hospital in Maryland for further treatment. According to his chief of staff, he is currently awake and alert with doctors predicting a full recovery. Murphy, who…New York Post
  • 1 Nov Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized following strokeSen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut was hospitalized on Saturday after experiencing numbness in his arm at his son's hockey game, which led to the discovery that he had suffered a stroke. His chief of staff stated that Murphy has been transferred to Johns Hopkins Hospital for further monitoring and is responding well to treatment; doctors are optimistic about his full recovery. The article highlights Murphy’s active…CBS News

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