Luke Letlow, Louisiana’s newest member of Congress, was in “stable condition” Sunday as he continued to undergo hospital treatment for COVID-19, his wife said in a social media post.
“While Luke continues his treatment and remains in stable condition, the doctors have told us the road to recovery and the length of time is hard to predict and different for everyone,” Julia Letlow said in part. “We thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for the outpouring of support we have received and feel truly blessed to be touched by the prayers of so many. However, we are now asking for your patience as we face this battle privately as a family in order to give Luke the rest he needs to ensure his recovery.”
Letlow originally was hospitalized at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe before being transferred to Shreveport Academic Medical Center, a spokesman reported Wednesday.
Earlier this month, it was announced Letlow defeated challenger Lance Harris in the race for the U.S. House seat in Louisiana's 5th Congressional District, which includes Madison Parish.
