Stephen Joseph Scalise aka Steve Scalise, who was recently shot by James Hodgkinson during Congressional Baseball Game, is the United States House of Representatives Majority Whip. Well, one of the leading members of the Republican Party and the former chairman of the Conservative House Republican Study Committee has been leading high in his career. In fact, he is the one who has been earning a tremendous salary and has amassed a good amount of net worth.
Stephen was born on 6th Oct 1965 and is currently 52-years-old. So, today, in this section, we are going to talk about his political career, his success story, his salary, and net worth. Further, we will also talk about his married life with wife Jennifer Scalise and his two children. And we will also talk if he has dated a girlfriend in the past. Just stay with us.
Steve Scalise was Shot By James Hodgkinson in Virginia
One of the renowned politicians, Steve Scalise has been serving as the politician for a very long time. Initially, he served as the Louisiana House of Representatives, from 1995 to 2007. A year later, in 2008, he was chosen as the Louisiana State Senate. Further, he was also appointed as the U.S. Representative from Louisiana 1st Congressional District.
Well, the U.S. Representative, besides being a politician, is also the supporter of President of United States Donald Trump. In fact, he even supported Trump on his plans to ban Muslim from seven different countries in the United States.
Video: Scalise views on Muslim Ban
Talking about the recent attack on Steve Scalise, he was shot and wounded severely along with three others on 14th June 2017. As per the report, the attack was done by James Hodgkinson during a baseball practice for annual Congressional Baseball Game.
Steve was reportedly shot on his hip, and he also suffered several other minor injuries. He was then immediately rushed to the hospital and was claimed to be stable in no time.
Video: The Incident in detail
Well, Trump took no time to speak on Steve’s behalf and candidly praised the congressman during his speech. He quoted claiming him to be “braver than all of us” and said he “had a more rough year than most of us.”
By now, the U.S. representative has recovered very well. He also recently underwent a follow-up surgery on Wednesday. He also tweeted about his surgery before the surgery. Take a look.
As part of my ongoing recovery, I will undergo a planned surgery tomorrow. I am incredibly humbled by the outpouring of support, and appreciate your continued prayers. pic.twitter.com/PCgpgORW2p
— Rep. Steve Scalise (@SteveScalise) January 9, 2018
Talking about his surgery, MedStar Washington Hospital Centre Stated,
Congressman Steve Scalise is resting comfortably after a planned follow-up surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. The surgery went well, and he is listed in fair condition, He is likely to remain in the hospital for several days and will then continue his recovery at home.
Steve was back to Congress in September. He went through a number of surgeries to recover from the wound. He also reportedly had to relearn to walk.
Steve Scalise’s Net Worth Has Decreased Massively: His Salary and Income source
In the few years, despite high salary and income, Steve’s net worth has been decreasing drastically. The U.S. Representative from Louisiana 1st Congressional District, Steve’s net worth in 2007 was $380,516. However, since then, his net worth has been rapidly decreasing. As in 2009, his net worth had reached to negative $499. Again in 2014, his net worth had already become negative $20, 999.
As in 2018, his net worth is still in negative. However, his current salary as a congressman is $174 thousand. Further, his current as per some sources is claimed to be around $1000. There are no records of his real estate properties of assets.
Steve Scalise is Active on Twitter and Instagram
As a politician, Steve is very active on social media like Twitter and Instagram. He often keeps on updating the world about his life and work. The U.S. representative has over 8074 followers on his Instagram and over 250,000 followers on his Twitter. Lets, take a look at his life through Twitter and Instagram.
Steve in a meeting with the president of United States and others. Check it out.
In Christmas of 2017, Steve wished the world “A Happy Christmas” with a post on Twitter. Check it out.
Some good news on Christmas Eve: With our tax cuts now signed into law, more families will be able to attain the American Dream of owning a home. https://t.co/CUVtJBVOln
— Rep. Steve Scalise (@SteveScalise) December 24, 2017
Steve is happy in his life as a politician. Let’s now talk about his married life with wife Jennifer and his children and also his past affairs and dating history.
Steve Scalise Married to wife Jennifer Scalise, Has Two Children: Girlfriend and Affairs
Steve recently shared a picture of his wife Jeniffer Scalise, and his children Harrison Joseph Scalise, and Madison Carol Scalise on his Twitter.
As we gather with family & reflect on all of the things we are grateful for, Jennifer & I want to thank you for your prayers, support & friendship, especially over the last several months. We wish you & your family a very Happy Thanksgiving. pic.twitter.com/3PwKM5uiqt
— Steve Scalise (@GeauxScalise) November 23, 2017
Steve got married to his wife Jeniffer on April 9, 2005, and has been leading a happy married life. Apart from his marital relationship with his wife, there are no reports of him getting indulged in an affair with a girlfriend. It seems he does not want any girlfriend in his life because he is very happy along with his wife and children.
Well, Steve is definitely a beautiful man. We hope, his net worth soon improves in future. Best of Luck Steve.