It was a rough day for Congress with the battle over who would become the next Speaker of the House, but some members of Congress had it a little rougher than others. Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) had a frightening moment Friday when she suffered a fall on a marble staircase in the U.S. Capitol. The incident occurred on the West side of the House chamber, between the second and third floors. Capitol staff and press reported that the 81-year-old congresswoman was immediately attended to by medical personnel, and despite visible facial injuries, she remained conscious and communicative.
Eyewitness accounts painted a dramatic scene as Foxx, holding her nose, received assistance on the steps. Capitol Police cleared the area to ensure she could be treated promptly. John Parkinson of ABC News provided updates from the Capitol, describing how Foxx’s resilience was on full display even amid the concerning circumstances.
Shortly after the incident, Foxx took to social media to provide an update, quelling concerns with her signature humor and determination. “Thank you to everyone for your prayers – just a few small cuts and I’m doing just fine,” she wrote. True to her roots, Foxx added, “I’m a mountain woman, and we’re tougher than a $2 steak.”
According to her spokesperson, Foxx slipped while descending the marble stairs after visiting her family in the House gallery. After being helped to her feet and checked by medical personnel, she walked independently to the office of the Attending Physician, where she was treated for minor cuts. “Everything seems to be okay,” her spokesperson assured Politico.
The fall comes at a critical time for the House, which is still awaiting a vote on a rules package after re-electing Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA). As chair of the influential House Education and the Workforce Committee, Foxx’s participation may be key to advancing Republican legislative priorities.
A member of Congress since 2005, Foxx has built a reputation as a tough, no-nonsense legislator and a leading voice on education policy. Her role in shaping GOP strategies on workforce development and school reform has made her a cornerstone of the party’s agenda.
Foxx’s quick recovery and determined response are a testament to her strength and commitment to her duties. Despite the fall, it seems clear that this “mountain woman” isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
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