Top presidential adviser Valerie Jarrett recently underwent surgery in Chicago for a degenerative spine condition and will return to Washington on Monday, according to a White House official.
“Last Monday, Valerie Jarrett was treated for cervical spine stenosis and underwent surgery related to this condition in Chicago,” the official said. “She is thankful for the great care of her doctors and will return to Washington with the President Monday evening to continue her recovery.”
Jarrett will travel with President Obama aboard Air Force One, the official added.
She has been participating in some administration meetings by phone and is expected to return full time to work “in the near future.”
“Valerie is making progress every day,” the official said.