White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany spoke at Republican National Convention on Aug. 26, openly sharing about her mastectomy and President Trump’s support as a working mom.
“When I was 21 years old, I got a call that changed my life. It was my doctor informing me that I had tested positive for the BRCA2 genetic mutation, a mutation that put my chances of breast cancer at 84 percent.”
McEnany explained she needed a preventative double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery because she carries the BRCA 2 genetic mutation that placed her at high risk for breast cancer in 2018.
“I was scared. The night before, I fought back tears as I prepared to lose a piece of myself forever. But the next day, with my mom, dad, husband, and Jesus Christ by my side, I underwent a mastectomy, almost eliminating my chance of breast cancer, a decision I now celebrate.”
She also talked about Trump’s supporting her as a mom. “The same way President Trump has supported me, he supports you. I see it every day.”
McEnany worked as the president’s reelection campaign’s spokeswoman and became White House press secretary in April.
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–Corine Gatti-Santillo