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Missing New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean expected to return June 30

Source: The Hill June 18, 2026 at 4:56 PM (20 hours ago) New Jersey House

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.), who has been notably absent from Washington, announced he will return for House votes on June 30 before the chamber's Independence Day recess. His political adviser confirmed the congressman's planned return after months of limited presence in the Capitol.

Key Points

  • Kean will return to vote on June 30 before the House July 4th recess
  • The congressman has been absent from Washington for an extended period
  • Announcement made through his political adviser rather than the congressman directly