Former VP Mike Pence recovering after receiving a pacemaker

Mike Pence has had a pacemaker implanted during a procedure in Indiana, the former VP’s office announced Thursday.

“I am grateful for the swift professionalism and care of the outstanding doctors, nurses and staff at Inova Heart and Vascular Institute,” the ex-veep said in the statement. Pence disclosed his medical history when he was nominated for vice president in 2016, including the diagnosis of asymptomatic left bundle branch block, the statement said.