Former Navy Seal and Congressman from Texas, Dan Crenshaw, says he will be blind for a month after an emergency eye surgery. The Congressman lost his right eye after being wounded by an IED while serving in Afghanistan. In a twitter statement, the Republican Congressman assured his supporters that the surgery went fine – though he will take a month month leave during his recovery.
— Rep. Dan Crenshaw (@RepDanCrenshaw) April 10, 2021
The Congressman received an outpouring of support on Twitter.
Prayers for my friend @DanCrenshawTX for a speedy recovery. You’ve got this!
— Burgess Owens (@BurgessOwens) April 10, 2021
Cecilia and I are praying for your speedy recovery @DanCrenshawTX 🙏🏻 https://t.co/5TTUlXCW42
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) April 10, 2021
Everyone keep @DanCrenshawTX in your prayers as he goes through a difficult period of recovery.
He’s America Strong. You got this! pic.twitter.com/pAA1741Q3J
— Rob Smith 🇺🇸 (@robsmithonline) April 10, 2021