CT Senator Chris Murphy Discharged from Hospital Following Stroke Recovery

Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy has been released from the hospital after a stroke. The Senator will miss weeks of Senate votes as he recovers.

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November 7, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut was discharged from Hopkins Hospital on Friday following treatment for a stroke he suffered last weekend.

The 53-year-old Democratic lawmaker spent nearly a week under medical care after the emergency. While he is now home, his office indicated that he will be absent from the Capitol for several weeks.

During this period, Murphy is expected to miss scheduled Senate votes as he focuses on his rehabilitation. His team remains optimistic that he will make a full recovery.

In a formal statement, Murphy expressed his gratitude for the outpouring of support shown to him and his family during this difficult time.

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