Nebraska's Governor, Jim Pillen, is currently on the mend following a horse-riding accident that left him with significant injuries. The mishap occurred while he was riding with family members near Columbus this past Sunday. Pillen was thrown off a new horse, leading to his hospitalization. Despite the severity of his injuries, including minor lacerations to his spleen and kidney, seven broken ribs, a partially collapsed lung due to rib damage, and a slight fracture in one of his vertebrae, they are not considered life-threatening.
The Governor's office released a statement on Monday detailing the extent of his injuries and emphasizing their serious nature while thankfully acknowledging they could have been more severe. Following the accident, Pillen was promptly taken to Columbus Community Hospital and then transferred to the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha as a precautionary measure.
At 68 years old, Pillen is under careful observation at the hospital where he plans to continue working from his room over the next few days. His office conveyed his eagerness to get back to work after Christmas while extending holiday wishes for a blessed and safe season to all Nebraskans.
Before taking office in January 2023, Pillen had a notable history as a football player under the guidance of legendary coach and former Representative Tom Osborne at the University of Nebraska. His experience in leadership both on the field and in political office speaks volumes about his resilience and dedication – qualities that will undoubtedly aid in his recovery from this unfortunate incident.
The Governor's office released a statement on Monday detailing the extent of his injuries and emphasizing their serious nature while thankfully acknowledging they could have been more severe. Following the accident, Pillen was promptly taken to Columbus Community Hospital and then transferred to the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha as a precautionary measure.
At 68 years old, Pillen is under careful observation at the hospital where he plans to continue working from his room over the next few days. His office conveyed his eagerness to get back to work after Christmas while extending holiday wishes for a blessed and safe season to all Nebraskans.
Before taking office in January 2023, Pillen had a notable history as a football player under the guidance of legendary coach and former Representative Tom Osborne at the University of Nebraska. His experience in leadership both on the field and in political office speaks volumes about his resilience and dedication – qualities that will undoubtedly aid in his recovery from this unfortunate incident.
