• Sen. Bob Casey (D-PA) was diagnosed with prostate cancer in December, he announced Thursday, releasing a statement assuring that he has an “excellent prognosis.”
• Casey, 62, said he will have surgery in the coming months and expects to continue serving in the Senate. He is the chairman of the Aging Committee.
• “Last month, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. While this news came as a shock, I can report that I have an excellent prognosis, as well as the benefit of exceptional medical care and the unwavering support of my family,” he said.

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