OMAHA, Neb. — Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen was injured Sunday after being bucked off a horse and is anticipated to be hospitalized for a number of days.
Pillen, a first-term Republican, was together with his household when he was thrown off a brand new horse and injured, in response to the governor’s workplace. He was taken to a hospital in Columbus, Nebraska, after which transported to the College of Nebraska Medical Middle in Omaha.
The governor’s workplace stated Pillen is aware and alert and has been in contact together with his workers. He’s anticipated to stay on the Omaha hospital for a number of days.
Pillen, 68, was elected governor in 2022. Earlier than changing into governor, he labored as a veterinarian and owned a livestock operation.
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