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Tennessee Congressman Breaks Rib in Horse Kick, Keeps Full Schedule

Following a same-day discharge he addressed constituents in Maury County

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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

  • Burchett was kicked by a horse at his Tennessee farm during summer recess, suffering a broken rib and bruising.
  • His wife drove him to a local hospital where he was treated and discharged within hours of the weekend incident.
  • Spokesperson Will Garrett confirmed that Burchett has maintained his full schedule with no changes following his injury.
  • On Monday night he addressed constituents in Maury County and will continue district events throughout the week.
  • The accident echoes a 2022 incident in which his daughter Isabel spent 16 days in intensive care after a horse-related accident.