Former NYC Rep. Michael Grimm Paralyzed After Polo Accident

Michael Grimm, a former congressman from Staten Island, N.Y., recently suffered a horrible tragedy.

Grimm was reportedly playing polo when he fell off his horse.

The Marine veteran and former politician was paralyzed from the waist down.

Tragedy Strikes

Grimm, 54, is being treated at the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation.

The facility is located in New Jersey and it may ring a bell, as it was the same facility where former “Superman” star Christopher Reeve was treated after his accident that left him paralyzed.

Grimm’s friend, Vincent Ignizio, a former Republican councilman and current deputy executive director of the New York City Board of Elections, stated, “I hate to even say it. Mike is paralyzed from the chest down.

“He’s currently immobilized and is currently being treated to try to give him the function that he can obtain. A lot of prayers are needed.”

According to local reports, his friends have started a GoFundMe account to help raise money for the substantial medical expenses that are expected over the next few years in his treatments.

The GoFundMe page states, “Our friend, former Marine, FBI Agent, and US Congressman Michael Grimm was paralyzed following a devastating accident when thrown from a horse in September 2024.

“He has been in the most devastating of situations and through the grace of God, Mr. Grimm has miraculously threaded the needle to survive.

“Yet, his ongoing care and the treatment to walk again will cost millions of dollars. For a man who has dedicated his life to helping others, we now humbly ask that you give generously to help him.”

Grimm is a Trump supporter, but even his former Democrat colleagues have put their differences aside to support the former congressman.

Good luck in your recovery, Michael.