Mississippi Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann suffered a sudden collapse while addressing the state Senate on Wednesday, prompting immediate concern among lawmakers.

The incident, caught on video, showed Hosemann standing at the podium before suddenly leaning forward and falling to the chamber floor. Colleagues and staff members quickly rushed to his side, and the Senate promptly recessed, as reported by The Associated Press.

According to spokesperson Hannah Milliet, she confirmed Hosemann was in good spirits and recovering well in an email she sent.

“Lieutenant Governor Hosemann is doing well and in good spirits. He appreciates all of the medical staff and is eager to return to work.”

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However, no further details about the cause of the collapse were provided.

WATCH: Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann collapses on Senate floor; his condition is not immediately known pic.twitter.com/ojVKvlcQA5

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Governor Tate Reeves wasted no time offering his support, taking to social media to share his well wishes.

“Praying for Lieutenant Governor Hosemann!” Reeves posted on X, formerly known as Twitter.

.@firstladyofms and I are praying for Lieutenant Governor Hosemann!

— Governor Tate Reeves (@tatereeves) February 19, 2025

Other state lawmakers followed suit, expressing their concerns and prayers for Hosemann’s recovery.

The timing of this health scare is noteworthy, as Hosemann had just unveiled a significant tax cut proposal days earlier. On February 12, he introduced a $326 million tax reduction plan aimed at providing relief over the next four years.

The proposal seeks to cut state income taxes and lower the sales tax on groceries—something Mississippians have long called for. However, it also suggests hiking the gasoline tax to fund road infrastructure projects, a move bound to spark debate among fiscal conservatives who prefer to trim wasteful spending before raising taxes.

Hosemann’s collapse serves as a stark reminder of the high-pressure environment in government, especially for those leading major policy efforts. While he recovers, attention will likely shift to the fate of his tax plan and whether it gains traction without his immediate advocacy.

For now, Mississippians will be watching closely, both for Hosemann’s return and for the battle over tax relief that he has championed. Let’s hope the legislature prioritizes real tax cuts for hardworking families rather than sneaking in more government spending under the guise of “sustainability.”

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