McCain's absence cast doubt on whether the Senate would be able to pass the legislation to dismantle and replace Obamacare. The announcement came after McCain's office said he would remain in Arizona next week following a procedure to remove a 2-inch (5-cm) blood clot from above his left eye. McCain has expressed concern about the healthcare bill but has not said how he would vote. The 2008 Republican presidential nominee, McCain was resting comfortably at home in good condition after Friday's operation, his office said. McCain, who chairs the Senate Armed Services Committee, said on social network Twitter late on Saturday.

Source: bd News24 July 16, 2017 03:11 UTC