Sen. Scott Bennett Hospitalized with "Serious" Medical Issue
Sen. Scott Bennett (D-Champaign) was hospitalized Thursday with what is believed to be a “serious” stroke.
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Sen. Scott Bennett (D-Champaign) was taken to an Urbana hospital early Thursday morning after suffering what is believed to be a stroke.
The Champaign News-Gazette reports first responders were called to Bennett’s Champaign home just before 3 a.m.
Carle Foundation Hospital has not disclosed his condition. We’re being told it is believed to be serious.
A spokesperson for Senate Democrats said she had no information to share.
Bennett, 45, was appointed to the Senate in 2015. He has a wife and two children. His 52nd District covers most of Champaign-Urbana as well as Rantoul and Danville.
Governor JB Pritzker released a statement Thursday afternoon about Bennett.
"Scott Bennett is genuine, kind and dedicated to serving his constituents. M.K. and I are keeping Scott, Stacy and his entire family and community in our prayers."
