Former President Clinton admitted to Washington D.C. hospital for flu-like symptoms

The former president was admitted for testing and observation after he developed a fever. He is in good spirits and his hoping to return home by Christmas.

By Misty Severi

Published: December 23, 2024 5:27pm

Updated: December 23, 2024 6:00pm

Former President Bill Clinton was admitted Monday to the Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington, D.C., for flu-like symptoms, his deputy chief of staff told CNN.

The 78-year-old Clinton was admitted for testing and observation after he developed a fever. He reportedly hopes to return home by Christmas.

“The president is fine,” Angel Urena, said Clinton's deputy chief of staff. “He remains in good spirits and deeply appreciates the excellent care he is receiving.”

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