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Bernie Sanders Hospitalized, Forced To Cancel Upcoming Campaign Events

The 78-year-old senator went to the hospital with chest pain, and doctors discovered an artery blockage.
Posted at 11:51 AM, Oct 02, 2019
and last updated 2019-10-02 11:51:05-04

Democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders was hospitalized Tuesday evening following chest discomfort at a campaign event.

A press release from Sanders' senior adviser said the 78-year-old senator had an artery blockage, and two stents were successfully inserted. Sanders is "in good spirits" but will be resting for a few days.

Sanders had been scheduled to appear at a presidential gun safety forum Wednesday but has canceled all upcoming campaign events until further notice.