WASHINGTON — Attorney General Eric Holder has been taken to the hospital after experiencing faintness and shortness of breath.

The Department of Justice’s Director of Public Affairs Brian Fallon released the following statement this morning:

“During his regular morning meeting with senior staff, the Attorney General began experiencing symptoms including faintness and shortness of breath. As a precaution, the Attorney General was taken to MedStar Washington Hospital Center to undergo further evaluation. He is currently resting comfortably and in good condition. He is alert and conversing with his doctors. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.”

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