Article snippet: Following Sen. John McCain's announcement Wednesday night that he has a brain tumor, lawmakers -- past and present -- from both sides of the aisle sent their well wishes to the Arizona Republican and his family. President Trump said in a statement, "Senator John McCain has always been a fighter. Melania and I send our thoughts and prayers to Senator McCain, Cindy, and their entire family. Get well soon." Vice President Mike Pence tweeted, "Karen & I are praying for @SenJohnMcCain. Cancer picked on the wrong guy. John McCain is a fighter & he'll win this fight too. God bless!" Sen. BARACK OBAMA "John McCain is an American hero & one of the bravest fighters I've ever known," tweeted former President Barack Obama. "BILL CLINTON The former president tweeted, "As he’s shown his entire life, don’t bet against John McCain. Best wishes to him for a swift recovery." GEORGE H.W. BUSH Former President Geoorge H.W. Bush said in a statement, "The Hanoi Hilton couldn’t break John McCain’s spirit many years ago, so Barbara and I know — with confidence — he and his family will meet this latest battle in his singular life of service with courage and determination." NANCY PELOSI House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi tweeted, ".@SenJohnMcCain is a hero, a patriot and a fighter. I am privileged to call him a friend. Paul & I pray for his recovery and his family. PAUL RYAN House Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wisc., said in a statement, ".... Link to the full article to read more
Lawmakers send well wishes to John McCain following brain tumor announcement - ABC News
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