Democrats are saying Rep. Paul Gosar has Parkinson’s disease

Information reaching Kossyderrickent has it that Democrats are saying Rep. Paul Gosar has Parkinson’s disease.

The House Committee on Oversight and Accountability held its first meeting on border security, with the panel of lawmakers questioning two border patrol leaders from the Tucson and Rio Grande Valley sectors. During the questioning, Gosar was accused of echoing white nationalist conspiracy theories about “invasions” on the border and the “great replacement.”

A dentist for more than 25 years, Gosar said the spinal compression arose from hunching over for long periods as he treated patients. Genetics and a history of rugby playing, which contributed to his need for a hip replacement, have exacerbated his condition, he said.

Gosar has tried to hide the spasms when he appears in public. He declined since March to discuss his health with The Arizona Republic until a reporter witnessed his hand movements at a Phoenix event this month.

However, one particular aspect of his appearance at the meeting sparked concern about his well-being and prompted speculation about possible health problems. During his time to speak, Gosar swayed his head back and forth, and generally appeared to be moving erratically in his seat.

One Twitter user, going by Nene, alleged hypocrisy on the part of Republicans for ignoring potential health problem with Gosar despite expressing concerns over Democratic Senator John Fetterman during his 2022 campaign in Pennsylvania.

Gosar, 56, said arthritis and two compressed vertebrae in his neck and lower back have caused nerve issues in his hand. The condition will require back surgery, which he hasn’t scheduled. In addition, he is dealing with complications from a hip replacement last summer.

“I’m as healthy as a horse,” he told The Republic earlier this month. “Not gonna get rid of me that easily.”

At a ceremony for 70 new U.S. citizens, Gosar waited on stage to shake their hands. During the pause between congratulations, his left hand spasmed, his thumb drawing toward his fingers and releasing, like an imitation of a quacking duck. At times, he clamped his right hand around the left to control the motion.

Later, while talking to a reporter, he put his hands in his pockets and behind his back.

In June, Gosar held his hands behind his back for most of a 12-minute television segment with 3TV. For a moment, he brought them up to the table to gesture, and his left hand began to seize. He quickly hid his hands again.