Rep. Burchett Injured by Horse Startled by Fly

Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN) suffered a broken rib and bruising after being accidentally kicked by a horse that was startled by a horsefly while he was working on his farm over the weekend. He was examined and discharged from the hospital the same day, attributing the incident to an unfortunate accident. Despite his injury, Burchett maintained his full schedule of district events and reiterated his commitment to his congressional duties. His press secretary confirmed there have been no changes to his planned activities, and Burchett expressed gratitude for the support and prayers from the community. He also referenced previous horse-related incidents in his family, including his daughter's hospitalization in 2022. Burchett continues to emphasize the importance of serving his constituents and prioritizing community.