LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Gov. Jim Pillen was transported to the Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha on Sunday following a fall from his horse.
According to a press release from the governor’s office, the incident happened while Pillen was riding on horseback with family members. Pillen was bucked off a new horse and was injured.
The governor was transported to Columbus Community Hospital, and out of an abundance of caution, was then transported to the Nebraska Medical Center.
According his office, the governor is expected to remain at the hospital for several days. The governor is alert and is in continuous touch with his team.
An update from doctors at Nebraska Medicine about Pillen’s treatment status and recovery will be provided on Monday at 10 a.m.
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