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Doctor: McCain has ‘aggressive’ cancer
A cancer expert says Sen. John McCain has an "aggressive" form of brain cancer that will be difficult to treat. Dr. David Reardon at Boston's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute says glioblastoma is the most common type of brain cancer in adults.
McCain rivals praise senator after brain cancer diagnosis
John McCain McCain rivals praise senator after brain cancer diagnosis McCain absence adds to GOP agenda's uncertainty Overnight Defense: Trump gets briefing at Pentagon on ISIS, Afghanistan 's brain cancer elicited expressions of sympathy across the government, even from fellow senators and public officials who have been the targets of his famous temper. One of the most heartfelt expressions of sympathy on Wednesday night, when news broke of his diagnosis of brain cancer, came from Sen. Ted Cruz McCain rivals praise senator after brain cancer diagnosis Senate heads to new healthcare vote with no clear plan Cruz offers bill to weaken labor board's power MORE Cruz has been one of McCain's chief antagonists in recent years.
McCain absence adds to GOP agenda’s uncertainty
The Arizona Republican's diagnosis of brain cancer shook political Washington - where the 80-year-old senator is deeply respected by both parties - and sparked an outpouring of support from friends and political opponents alike. While the focus has been on McCain's health, his absence also has repercussions for the Republican effort to repeal ObamaCare.
GOP agenda on hold on a glum Capitol Hill
The absence of U.S. Sen. John McCain, who remains at his Arizona home after a diagnosis of brain cancer, not only cast a cloud over Capitol Hill, it also sank the GOP legislative agenda further into uncertainty. Even before McCain's announcement that he would remain in his home state while consulting with his family and doctors about the course of his treatment, neither Republicans' latest draft bill to repeal and replace Obamacare nor its alternative plan for a straight repeal with a two-year delay in implementation had enough support to pass.
Why is everyone talking about Russian adoptions?
President Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin in an encounter not initially disclosed on the sidelines of an international summit this month. One of the topics, according to Trump? Russian adoptions.
The Latest: Trump calls McCain to wish him well
A White House official confirmed the conversation Thursday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity despite the president's repeated criticism of unnamed sources.
John McCain’s warning to his foes in Congress
"I greatly appreciate the outpouring of support. Unfortunately for my sparring partners in Congress, I'll be back soon, so stand by!" - Sen. John McCain, Thursday, tweeting out his thanks to those who sent best wishes, after news he's been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer I greatly appreciate the outpouring of support - unfortunately for my sparring partners in Congress, I'll be back soon, so stand-by!
Cancer isn’t silencing McCain in career’s latest chapter
Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., arrives at the Senate for final votes of the week on the day after Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., was diagnosed with an aggressive type of brain cancer, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, July 20, 2017. Sen. Graham, McCain's closest friend in the Senate, said that they had spoken by telephone Wednesday night and that the diagnosis had been a shock to McCain.
Barbra Streisand, once critical of John McCain, says ‘We need you!’
Barbra Streisand, who has been critical of John McCain in the past, wished him a speedy recovery the day after his brain cancer diagnosis was announced. Wishing you all the best Senator.
Local cancer survivor has message for McCain
He survived torture as a Vietnam prisoner of war. He has faced many political battles - having ran for president twice.
McCain Already Pushing BackAgain at White House Policy
We just learned that Sen. John McCain is in a battle against brain cancer. Yet, heA s not letting that stop him from still speaking his mind on foreign policy.
A plea to Republican politicians to prevent an Orwellian healthcare system
The news concerning Arizona Senator John McCain is extremely sad for his family and friends. His glioblastoma is particularly aggressive, but McCain is a fighter and we can only wish him well during his treatment.
Cillizza: The absolutely remarkable life of John McCain
First, let's hope the senator makes a full recovery. But the American body politic should pause and reflect on the remarkable life of the Arizona Republican.
Words of support from Trump, Obama, Bush and Clinton
Several Republican senators learned of the news during a meeting about health care, North Dakota Sen. John Hoeven told CNN, adding that there was "stunned disbelief" in the room and they prayed for McCain." Senator John McCain has always been a fighter," President Donald Trump said in a statement.
Morning Joe’ Rips Trump While Praising John McCain
'Morning Joe' Rips Trump While Praising John McCain "Morning Joe" co-host Joe Scarborough slipped in a jab at President Trump as he praised Arizona Republican Senator John McCain on Thursday. McCain has a brain tumor, according to a statement released by his office on Wednesday.
Supporters to U.S. Senator McCain – fight on
News that U.S. Senator John McCain has brain cancer triggered a wave of support on Thursday from across the political spectrum for the often outspoken former Republican presidential candidate who survived five years captivity as a U.S. Navy pilot during the Vietnam War. McCain, 80, had surgery last week for a blood clot above his left eye.
Outpouring of support for McCain from across the political spectrum
Sen. John McCain, who has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer , has received an outpouring of support from current and former lawmakers from across the political spectrum. The 80-year-old Arizona Republican underwent a procedure last Friday to remove a blood clot above his left eye at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Phoenix.
Senator John McCain vows – I’ll be back’ after brain cancer diagnosis
Former US presidential candidate Senator John McCain has promised to beat the brain cancer he has been diagnosed with after having a blood clot removed. Doctors said the Arizona senator has glioblastoma, an aggressive cancer.
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