Sens. Robert C. Byrd, D-W.Va., and Edward M. Kennedy, D-Mass., were stricken Tuesday at an inauguration luncheon for President Barack Obama.

A Capitol police officer stood up at the luncheon and said medical attention was needed.

Kennedy collapsed and was wheeled out on a stretcher from the Capitol luncheon following the inauguration of the 44th president, NBC's Mike Viquiera said. Kennedy reportedly suffered convulsions.

The Massachusetts Democrat was hospitalized in May after suffering a seizure. He was later diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor.

Obama acknowledged Kennedy during his luncheon remarks, saying that his prayers are with the senator and his family.

Byrd fell ill and was escorted out.

Last I heard Byrd was okay?

I wish them both well.

Isn't Byrd around 87 yrs. old?

Byrd was upset because Kennedy had a seizure and had to be removed but is doing well.Ted is still in the hospital.

send my regards... ***burp***