What Happened to Greg Steube? Update on Florida Politician

As the U.S. representative for Florida’s 17th congressional district — which covers swathes of south-central Florida — Greg Steube has quite a large constituency. A fervent Republican, Steube has served three terms in the Florida House of Representatives as well as two years in the Florida Senate, accolades that solidify his pedigree in the political sphere.

However, the most recent reason Steube is making headlines has nothing to do with his work as a congressman. Instead, the Florida native is dealing with an injury that has his followers concerned. So, what happened to Congressman Steube? Let’s take a look at the details of the situation.

According to a report from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, Steube was involved in an accident on his property on Jan. 18 while trimming trees. The congressman reportedly fell 25 feet after being knocked from his ladder.

A bystander noticed the situation and dialed 911 after Steube’s fall. He was initially brought into intensive care, but was transferred to regular treatment within the same hospital the following day.

Representatives for Steube told the publication at the time that he was “making progress and in good spirits.”

They added, “Thank you to all who continue to pray for Congressman Steube.”

The publication obtained the 911 call made about Steube’s fall, noting that injuries were spotted on his arm, back, and other parts of his body as well as that he appeared “dazed.”

911 caller Darrel Woodie, who works as a part-time field representative for U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, said, “I think his left arm is scarred up pretty good,” noting, “A branch hit the ladder, took him out.”

Darrel said in a statement released by Buchanan’s office: “When I saw Congressman Steube fall, I wanted to help him immediately. It’s extremely fortunate that I was there to witness the accident and was able to call 911 and help get the Congressman the care he needed as quickly as possible. I hope he makes a full and speedy recovery.”

The well-wishes were echoed by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who tweeted on Jan. 19, “I spoke with @RepGregSteube and his wife, Jen, this morning. He is in good spirits, and our entire conference prays for a swift recovery. I informed him he will serve on the Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, and he is eager to get back to work!”

Only time will tell how long of a recovery is needed before Steube resumes his role within the government.