Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi Undergoes Successful Hip Replacement Surgery After Injury in Luxembourg

Former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi underwent a successful hip replacement surgery following an injury sustained during an official visit to Luxembourg with a congressional delegation. The news was confirmed by her office on Saturday, with her spokesman, Ian Krager, stating that the surgery went well and that the 84-year-old Democratic representative from California is now on the mend.

Details of the Incident

Pelosi was hospitalized after suffering an injury during the official engagement, as revealed by Krager in a press release. The specific details about the injury and the subsequent surgery were not immediately disclosed. However, a photograph shared by the U.S. Embassy in Luxembourg showed Pelosi standing with House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul, R-Texas, who led the delegation. McCaul expressed his disappointment at Pelosi not being able to join the rest of the delegation's events but expressed confidence in her swift recovery.

Delegation Trip and Intentions

The 18-member bipartisan delegation was scheduled to travel to Belgium and Luxembourg to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, a significant World War II conflict. Pelosi's office mentioned that the U.S. lawmakers were set to participate in observances of the anniversary alongside veterans, active-duty servicemembers, government and military officials, and foreign dignitaries. Krager also conveyed Pelosi's appreciation for the service of the veterans and the people of Luxembourg and Bastogne in World War II, recognizing their role in bringing peace to Europe.

The statement emphasized that Speaker Emerita Pelosi was honored to be part of the distinguished delegation, which included individuals with personal ties to World War II, including her uncle, Johnny. Krager also mentioned her eagerness to return home to the United States soon.