Donald Trump and Mike Pence joined the nation in sending well-wishes to former President George H.W.Bush and his wife, Barbara, as they both remain in the hospital.
President-elect Trump offered his thanks to the former president for a personal letter he had sent last week and wished him a “speedy recovery.”
Just days after sending Trump the letter explaining why he would not be attending the inauguration due to doctor’s orders about his health, Bush ended up being hospitalized for shortness of breath.
“My doctor says if I sit outside in January, it likely will put me six feet under. Same for Barbara. So I guess we’re stuck in Texas,” Bush jokingly wrote in his letter apologizing to Trump for missing the inauguration.
George H.W. Bush in letter to Trump about #Inauguration: “My doctor says if I sit outside in January, it likely will put me six feet under.” pic.twitter.com/NDGeq6wFSI
— ABC News (@ABC) January 18, 2017
— Michelle (@jrabinowitz06) January 18, 2017
Donald Trump shatters inauguration fundraising record, and it’s not even close
The 92 year-old former president was admitted to Houston Methodist Hospital for pneumonia, KTRK ABC13 reported.
His wife, Barbara, who was experiencing fatigue and coughing, was admitted Wednesday as a precaution.
Trump tweeted out his well-wishes for them both and thanked them for the “wonderful” note.
Looking forward to a speedy recovery for George and Barbara Bush, both hospitalized. Thank you for your wonderful letter!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 18, 2017
Vice President-elect Mike Pence encouraged Americans to “remember President Bush and his wonderful wife Barbara in their prayers.”
Pence sends prayers on behalf of himself, Pres.-elect Trump for George H.W. Bush, Barbara Bush. “They’re on the hearts of every American.” pic.twitter.com/P24fSH1Xzt
— ABC News (@ABC) January 19, 2017
After an election year that hit close to home with a contentious battle between Trump and former GOP candidate Jeb Bush, the letter from the elder Bush was a reminder of what class and dignity should look like.
Elizabeth Warren gets harsh reminder of who’s in charge when she demands more time for Dems
“He sent the letter because he wanted the incoming president and his team and the country to know he’s rooting for his success, Bush spokesperson Jim McGrath said, according to KTRK. “Because the president’s success, regardless of party, is the country’s success.”
Wake up right! Receive our free morning news blast HERE
GHWB is such a class act. https://t.co/YqPrZAwMWP
— Jay Caruso (@JayCaruso) January 18, 2017
Best absence letter ever. But in all seriousness, I hope the former president gets well soon. https://t.co/ZKpMhWlUYG
— Mark Zinni (@MarkZinni) January 18, 2017
@jonkarl @GeorgeHWBush This is how a POTUS acts. He lived his life as a respectable gentleman.
— Susan Kelleher (@southjerseylady) January 18, 2017
@jonkarl @GeorgeHWBush Decency, class and patriotism. Be well sir : )
— Virginia Torbert (@Moonlitechirp) January 19, 2017
@ABC So nice to see this man continues to have a sense of humor
— Peggy123 (@newingpeg) January 18, 2017
@ABC @TheView such a diplomatic letter, take note Trump. It’s a LETTER, that’s what you do, u don’t tweet everything
— Maith (@jmflatham) January 18, 2017
@ABC @TheView George Bush Sr. is a class act, from his letter to Bill Clinton, and his support to Donald Trump, he embodies leadership
— amccarthy (@amccart79705274) January 18, 2017
@ABC GHWB #41 is always a classy man. What a role model! You restored my faith in politicians today.
— Melody Engram Witt (@EngramWitt) January 18, 2017
@jonkarl @GeorgeHWBush A gracious letter from someone who is a true gentleman. He may have been on an opposite side, but he spoke well.
— Judy Smith (@judyleesmith) January 18, 2017
@jonkarl @GeorgeHWBush President Bush, you were a great president & a great leader who puts his country first.We’ll continue to pray for U.
— T Sugar (@Tom4102) January 18, 2017
DONATE TO BIZPAC REVIEW
Please help us! If you are fed up with letting radical big tech execs, phony fact-checkers, tyrannical liberals and a lying mainstream media have unprecedented power over your news please consider making a donation to BPR to help us fight them. Now is the time. Truth has never been more critical!
[email protected]
Originally from New York, Powers graduated from New York University and eventually made her way to sunny South Florida where she has been writing for the BizPacReview team since 2015.
- ‘Do not lose your life over a f-ing car!’ Brazen thieves tell homeowners to stay inside as they swipe Corvette - April 18, 2024
- Sworn in jurist in Trump hush money trial already dismissed as selection becomes growing nightmare - April 18, 2024
- INSIDER: ‘Speaks volumes!’ Biden ignored when he visits Pennsylvania gas station, stark contrast from Trump - April 18, 2024
Comment
We have no tolerance for comments containing violence, racism, profanity, vulgarity, doxing, or discourteous behavior. If a comment is spam, instead of replying to it please click the ∨ icon below and to the right of that comment. Thank you for partnering with us to maintain fruitful conversation.
BPR INSIDER COMMENTS
Scroll down for non-member comments or join our insider conversations by becoming a member. We'd love to have you!
