By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/wounded-congressman-scalise-throw-first-pitch-playoff-game Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Wounded congressman Scalise to throw out first pitch in playoff game Politics Oct 6, 2017 4:15 PM EDT WASHINGTON — A spokeswoman for House Majority Whip Steve Scalise says the Louisiana Republican plans to throw out the first pitch before Friday night’s playoff game between the Washington Nationals and Chicago Cubs. Scalise made a triumphant return to the House last week — more than three months after he was wounded while practicing for an annual charity baseball game featuring members of Congress. Scalise and four others were wounded when a gunman opened fire at the practice. We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
WASHINGTON — A spokeswoman for House Majority Whip Steve Scalise says the Louisiana Republican plans to throw out the first pitch before Friday night’s playoff game between the Washington Nationals and Chicago Cubs. Scalise made a triumphant return to the House last week — more than three months after he was wounded while practicing for an annual charity baseball game featuring members of Congress. Scalise and four others were wounded when a gunman opened fire at the practice. We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now