Rep. Hagedorn Fighting Kidney Cancer, Says He’s Doing Fine & “Hasn’t Missed A Beat”

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Rep. Hagedorn Fighting Kidney Cancer, Says He's Doing Fine & "Hasn't Missed A Beat"

Representative Jim Hagedorn sat down with ABC 6 News anchor Betsy Singer Wednesday to give an update on his health and his campaign saying, “About a year ago I was diagnosed with kidney cancer and since last March I have been receiving immunotherapy treatments here in Rochester at the Mayo Clinic. I’m happy to report that I’m doing great and I feel fine. The treatments are going well, according to my doctor. And, I’ve been doing my job in Congress. I haven’t missed a beat, didn’t miss a vote.

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Minnesota U.S. Rep. Jim Hagedorn Announces He Has Stage 4 Kidney Cancer

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Minnesota U.S. Rep. Jim Hagedorn Announces He Has Stage 4 Kidney Cancer

Despite Stage 4 diagnosis, he said he plans to run for re-election to U.S. House.

Republican U.S. Rep. Jim Hagedorn announced Wednesday that he’s being treated for Stage 4 kidney cancer.

The 57-year-old congressman, who represents southern Minnesota’s First District, said he received the diagnosis in February 2019 and has been undergoing immunotherapy at Rochester’s Mayo Clinic over the past year.

The diagnosis will not affect his re-election campaign, he said. Hagedorn faces a tough re-election fight against Democrat Dan Feehan, whom he narrowly defeated by about 1,300 votes in

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Minnesota Rep. Jim Hagedorn Announces He Has Cancer

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Minnesota Rep. Jim Hagedorn Announces He Has Cancer

A Minnesota congressman announced Wednesday that he has been receiving treatment for cancer for the past year and intends to run for reelection in 2020.

House Republican Conference Chair Liz Cheney praised Hagedorn as “a proven fighter and a strong representative for the people of Southern Minnesota.”

Republican Rep. Jim Hagedorn was diagnosed with stage four kidney cancer in February 2019, he said in a press release.

“Today, one year later, I am happy to say I feel great and continue to perform my job in Congress unimpeded. I have not missed even a single vote due to illness,” he said in a statement, adding that “I will keep fighting cancer and fighting for America and the people of southern Minnesota.”

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On Surprise Medical Bills: Lawmakers Shouldn’t Reward Bad Insurer Behavior

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On Surprise Medical Bills: Lawmakers Shouldn’t Reward Bad Insurer Behavior

The debate in Congress over surprise medical bills presents a real opportunity for lawmakers to provide a solution to a problem that can create huge financial burdens for Minnesotans. On average, 18 percent of emergency-room visits result in at least one out-of-network charge. These bills disrupt patient recovery and add financial stress to a health scare.

Americans deserve better, but Congress appears to be wavering on passing a solution that will protect patients. Instead, we are seeing a push to use the debate over surprise medical bills as an opportunity to reward insurance companies that have continually put their profits before their beneficiaries.

Two Proposals On The Table

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My Point Of View: The Choice This November Is About The Future

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My Point Of View: The Choice This November Is About The Future

Do you want a say in what the Republican Party stands for? Do you want to meet Republicans within your own neighborhood? Do you want to make your voice heard by Republicans running for office? Join us on Tuesday, Feb. 25 for the Freeborn County Republican Party This year’s Freeborn County Republican Party caucuses will be at Southwest Middle School in Albert Lea, the same location as our 2016 caucuses

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Hagedorn Praises Jobs Report, Trump Acquittal

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Hagedorn Praises Jobs Report, Trump Acquittal

NEW ULM — First Minnesota District GOP Congressman Jim Hagedorn held a town hall at the New Ulm Community Center, Saturday.

The congressman began with an overview of recent actions in the House of Representatives before taking questions.

Hagedorn said the last week had been good from his perspective. He praised the recent jobs report that shows an increase in jobs and higher salaries.

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Rep. Jim Hagedorn Hosts Town Hall

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Rep. Jim Hagedorn hosts town hall

NEW ULM – Congressman Jim Hagedorn answered questions from residents of Brown County as part of his 21-county Town Hall tour.

During the town hall, Hagedorn addressed President Trump’s trade war with China and the USMCA Trade Agreement.

“This deal with the United States, Mexico, Canada trade agreement was a good start we passed, it’s going to help us build momentum for other deals. We know how important it is for agriculture, manufacturing, everything how we have to have these markets and increase these markets,” said Hagedorn.
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Feehan politicizes tragedy

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Feehan politicizes tragedy

NEW ULM — There’s an old adage that says adversity doesn’t build character, it reveals it.

Unfortunately, the recent tragic fatal accidents on Hwy 14 have revealed Dan Feehan’s character. I am appalled that anyone would be so desperate to achieve elected office that he/she would politicize the deaths of accident victims and exploit the grief of their families.

Individuals from all walks of life and across all political ideologies have been working on completing this dangerous section of Hwy 14 for over 50 years. Unfortunately, for countless reasons, this section of road has never received funding. That makes Dan’s attempt to blame Rep. Hagedorn for these accidents for crass, political purposes beyond contemptible.

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