Former House Member Michael Grimm Paralyzed in Fall from Horse

Ex-Congressman Faces Mounting Legal and Health Challenges

Political Career Cut Short by Tax Fraud Conviction

Michael Grimm, the former Republican congressman from New York who was convicted of tax fraud in 2015, has been paralyzed in a fall from a horse. The incident occurred on Sunday, July 17, 2023, while Grimm was riding on his property in upstate New York.

According to a statement released by Grimm's family, the 52-year-old former lawmaker was thrown from the horse and landed on his head. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he underwent surgery to stabilize his neck and spine. Grimm's family said that he is currently paralyzed from the chest down and is expected to remain in the hospital for an extended period of time.

Grimm's fall from grace has been swift and dramatic. He was first elected to Congress in 2010, riding a wave of Tea Party support. He quickly became a rising star in the Republican Party, known for his outspoken conservative views and his aggressive style of politics.

However, Grimm's career was derailed in 2014 when he was indicted on a 20-count indictment that included charges of tax fraud, wire fraud, and obstruction of justice. Grimm initially pleaded not guilty, but he later changed his plea to guilty on one count of tax fraud. He was sentenced to eight months in prison and was released in 2016.

Since his release from prison, Grimm has largely stayed out of the public eye. He has been working as a consultant and has been active in Republican politics. However, his paralysis is likely to put a further strain on his already troubled life.

The fall from a horse is just the latest in a series of setbacks for Grimm. In addition to his tax fraud conviction, Grimm has also been accused of domestic violence and sexual harassment. He has denied these allegations.

It is unclear what the future holds for Grimm. He faces a long and difficult road to recovery from his injuries. He also faces mounting legal challenges, as he is still under investigation for a number of crimes.