Congressman Raul Grijalva has announced he has been diagnosed with cancer after seeking treatment for a persistent cough initially thought to be pneumonia. Despite the diagnosis, Grijalva plans to continue running for re-election and has no intention to resign. Colleagues and friends have expressed support and well wishes for his recovery.
Please join me in praying for my colleague,@RepBoebert, as she recovers from her surgery. My family and I send our best wishes for a fast and safe recovery.
.@RepBoebert undergoes emergency surgery to remove blood clot https://t.co/LueM0fmq5t https://t.co/LueM0fmq5t
Raul Grijalva, our fearless leader on @NRDems, Sending strength to you and your family. I’m keeping you all in my thoughts at this difficult time. I know well from our work together that you’re a fighter—may you bring that same courage to this fight. https://t.co/mdaqshM7qa
This is a difficult time for the Grijalva family. Laura and I will keep them in our prayers as they fight through this cancer diagnosis. ¡Ánimo, Raúl! https://t.co/krT6cTD6qC
House Democrat Announces Cancer Diagnosis https://t.co/vL1zKHJ3fj
Terribly sorry to learn my colleague @RepRaulGrijalva has been diagnosed with cancer, a plague on the land. Rep. Grijalva is a passionate servant of the people, and the people are with him in this fight. Sending love and strength to him and his family.
Keeping Clerk Yarbrough and her family in my thoughts. Wishing her a speedy and full recovery. https://t.co/JWAUwlZgVi
Rep. Grijalva is as dedicated a public servant as they come. @GabbyGiffords and I are here to support and are thinking of him and his family. https://t.co/odoS7UVEVU
Working alongside Congressman Grijalva on the Natural Resources Committee, I've seen his grit and determination--I'll know he'll fight this battle the same way he fights for Arizonans. https://t.co/ry2jwpfyol
To my dear colleague Raul Grijalva, I send healing wishes and Godspeed. You are in my thoughts and prayers. https://t.co/VYXIguleI7
Stay strong, Raul. As a cancer survivor myself, I know this diagnosis is tough—but you can beat cancer. 💪🏼 We’re rooting for you. https://t.co/DeCsEnkso2
Praying for my friend @RepRaulGrijalva in this challenging moment. As a tireless champion for the people of Arizona, I’m certain he’ll confront his diagnosis with the same courage and tenacity he carries in every fight. https://t.co/zOsPBQnBvs
CHC Chair @RepBarragan Statement on CHC Member @RepRaulGrijalva Cancer Diagnosis ⬇️ https://t.co/QLsCQ4lt7G
Tucson's @RepRaulGrijalva announced today that he has been diagnosed with cancer. No changes resulting from the diagnosis yet, except that it seems doubtful he'll be returning to DC soon. https://t.co/4LVHQW6Ycl
Oh man. Wishing her well and a speedy recovery. https://t.co/wJ4zlVH7da
Raul has been a friend since I took office, always there with his wisdom and support. I've cherished every conversation, and I am so thankful to call him a friend and colleague. I wish him strength and resilience as he continues his battle with cancer and look forward to seeing… https://t.co/XyckIRNf6s
I'm wishing you a full, speedy recovery my friend. https://t.co/iwk3RRqZF0
Democrat @RepRaulGrijalva diagnosed with cancer https://t.co/cSeZVxvcur https://t.co/cSeZVxvcur
Wishing my friend @RepRaulGrijalva and his family strength, hope, and healing during this difficult journey. Here for you, hermano. https://t.co/j1iXNB5mgh
.@RepRaulGrijalva will continue running for re-election and has no plans to resign following cancer diagnosis https://t.co/3uN428whLk
Sending love and strength to @RepRaulGrijalva and his family. As you undergo treatment, know that your House Democratic family is standing in the fight with you — ready to assist however possible. https://t.co/4pHKzC6jmL
Sending you love and strength mi querido amigo. We’re here for you. https://t.co/SvyAtfiikE
Sending mi hermano @repraulgrijalva love and strength during this difficult time. Fighting cancer is hard, but the strength of your resolve for all that is good in the world will shine through in this fight as well. https://t.co/LhfBbFdwpf
My heart is with @RepRaulGrijalva and his family today. I wish you a quick recovery as you begin this fight. We hope to see you back in Washington soon, continuing your work for the people of Arizona. https://t.co/AvJG69RDps
Sending my best to Clerk Yarbrough and her family right now. Keeping her in my thoughts and hoping she feels better soon. https://t.co/1GRUungm8o
I love serving with @RepRaulGrijalva in Congress. Wishing him a full and speedy recovery. I can’t wait to see him back on the House floor fighting for Arizona. https://t.co/szyJhuxkCX
I am sorry to hear of my long-time friend and colleague @RepRaulGrijalva's cancer diagnosis. All of team Sinema is sending strength and love to him and his family during this challenging time.
> @RepRaulGrijalva announces cancer diagnosis: “A few weeks ago, I sought medical treatment for a persistent cough which was initially diagnosed as pneumonia. After further testing and imaging, my physician discovered that I have cancer.” https://t.co/ayXaOkolU6
Wishing my friend and colleague @RepRaulGrijalva the best as he begins this fight. https://t.co/oBM48zW2Ng
My thoughts & prayers are with @RepRaulGrijalva and his family during this difficult time. As a fighter for AZ and the natural wonders of our state, Raul is an inspiration to me and so many. I wish him the best in this cancer fight and hope to be working with him again soon. https://t.co/lnEZuvGaXd
Prayers for Congressmen Grijalva, Cancer is awful and partisan politics should not discredit that. https://t.co/oWPEsMySRu
.@RepRaulGrijalva has been diagnosed with cancer. He sought treatment a few weeks ago for "a persistent cough which was initially diagnosed as pneumonia," and subsequent testing showed he had cancer.