On Wednesday morning, Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann was seen collapsing at the Senate podium, appearing to be unconscious as he fell while presiding over the chamber.
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As seen on the Senate floor video stream, a number of lawmakers and aids rushed to the podium to assist the chamber president, calling for medical personnel to come to the scene.
Sen. Josh Harkins, R-Flowood, quickly spurred a motion for the floor to recess as Hosemann was being cared for.
Sources told SuperTalk Mississippi News that Hosemann “appeared to be conscious” shortly after the incident. Hosemann’s office said a statement on the incident will be released shortly.
This is a developing story.