Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., is being treated for “normal side effects” from his cancer therapy at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, according to a statement from his office on Wednesday.
“Senator McCain is currently receiving treatment at Walter Reed Medical Center for normal side effects of his ongoing cancer therapy,” the statement read.
“As ever, he remains grateful to his physicians for their excellent care, and his friends and supporters for their encouragement and good wishes. Senator McCain looks forward to returning to work as soon as possible.”
The statement comes as the Arizona senator missed votes this week.
McCain missing votes for third straight day, recuperating from chemo/radiation round at Walter Reed. Office statement says he will return to work asap.
— Paul Kane (@pkcapitol) December 13, 2017
McCain was diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer over the summer and received his first round of radiation and chemotherapy in August. He has not announced any intentions of resigning since making his diagnosis public.
