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Rep. Tim Burchett Maintains Full District Schedule After Breaking Rib in Farm Horse Kick

After receiving treatment within hours of the kick, he resumed travelling to district events on schedule.

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FILE - Rep. Tim Burchett, R-Tenn., talks with reporters during a vote Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, at the Capitol in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib, File)
Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN) talks to reporters at the U.S. Capitol on July 03, 2025 in Washington, DC. House Republicans continue their work to pass the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act, President Trump's sweeping tax and spending bill.
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Overview

  • A horsefly landing on the animal’s tail spooked the horse, which kicked Burchett in the chest with both hooves and left him with a broken rib and bruising.
  • He received prompt treatment at a nearby hospital and was discharged within hours with a doctor noting he was lucky the kick landed lower on his chest.
  • On Monday, he travelled 3.5 hours to Middle Tennessee to attend three events before returning home at 2:30 AM and then rose early for two appearances in Campbell County.
  • His office stated that there have been no changes to his itinerary and that he will participate in all planned district engagements this week.
  • The incident has reinforced Burchett’s “Tennessee Tough” image as he continues constituent outreach during the congressional recess.