GOP Congressman Tim Burchett (TN) suffered a broken rib after a horse kicked him in the chest on Sunday.
“Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN) went to the hospital on Sunday with a broken rib after a horse kicked him in the chest, according to his office,” the Washington Examiner reported.
“While working on his farm over the weekend, Congressman Burchett was accidentally kicked by a horse. He suffered a broken rib and bruising but hasn’t missed a beat,” said Will Garrett, a spokesman for Burchett, according to the Examiner.
Burchett’s spokesperson said there are no changes to the Tennessee Rep’s schedule following the incident.
Full statement from Burchett:
Since everyone is asking, here’s the deal: On Sunday, I was kicked by a horse. Broke a rib. He didn’t like being bit by that horse fly, and my rib was collateral damage.
On Monday, I traveled 3.5 hours to middle Tennessee. Attended 3 events. Got back to the farm at 2:30am.
Today, I was awake by 6am. Traveled to Campbell County. Attended 2 events.
It’s going to take more than a broken rib to slow me down. I sincerely appreciate everyone’s concern and prayers for a quick recovery.
Pray for our country.

Since everyone is asking, here’s the deal: On Sunday, I was kicked by a horse. Broke a rib. He didn’t like being bit by that horse fly, and my rib was collateral damage.
On Monday, I traveled 3.5 hours to middle Tennessee. Attended 3 events. Got back to the farm at 2:30am.…
— Rep. Tim Burchett (@RepTimBurchett) July 29, 2025

Burchett released a video on Tuesday as he pressed on with his busy schedule.

I had a great visit with folks battling addiction in Campbell County and restoring families without a dime of Federal money. pic.twitter.com/wlcgWdgTYk
— Tim Burchett (@timburchett) July 29, 2025

Burchett’s daughter was severely injured after an accident with one of their horses in 2022. She had five broken ribs and a broken wrist.
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