U.S. Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson, R-PA, and the chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture, on Dec. 5 confirmed diagnosis of prostate cancer and that while he is undergoing treatment he will continue to serve his constituents.
Thompson has been to Kansas several times in the past couple of years to hear about needs of farmers and ranchers. In this photo, Thompson, at left, and Tracey Mann, R-KS, pose for photos in front of a patriotic backdrop May 2, after the Kansas Food & Agriculture Listening Session in a farm shop north of Gypsum, Kansas, in a photo taken by Tim Unrun.
Thompson released the following statement:
“After a routine physical and subsequent tests, I was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. While this diagnosis is a surprise, I feel well, and I will continue my work representing the people of Pennsylvania’s 15th District.
“Anyone who’s worked with me knows I am a person of faith as well as an eternal optimist, both of which will guide me as I undergo treatment. I am grateful to my medical team, my family, everyone I work with and represent in Congress.
“My faith in God is strong and I will tackle this head on. I appreciate both prayers and privacy during this time.”
National Milk Producers Federation President and CEO Jim Mulhern offered his support on behalf of his organization.
“Our prayers are with our long-time friend Rep. GT Thompson and his family as they navigate his diagnosis. Rep. Thompson has always been a fighter and we know he will face this challenge head-on. We are here to support Rep. Thompson through his treatment and know that his strength and spirit will help him through a speedy recovery.”
