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Trump Secures Emergency Surgery for Rep. Dunn, Praises Staff

3/17/2026

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On March 16, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump said Rep. Neal Dunn (R-Fla.) had a terminal health condition.
Trump intervened to secure Dunn’s emergency surgery at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed Dunn’s improved health after Trump’s involvement.
Trump praised his chief of staff Susie Wiles for her early-stage breast cancer, saying she will continue working at the White House during treatment.

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On March 16, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump said Rep. Neal Dunn (R-Fla.) had a terminal health condition.
Trump intervened to secure Dunn’s emergency surgery at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed Dunn’s improved health after Trump’s involvement.
Trump praised his chief of staff Susie Wiles for her early-stage breast cancer, saying she will continue working at the White House during treatment.