Governor McKee's new title is 'Grandad' as RI's first family welcomes newborn
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PROVIDENCE — Gov. Dan McKee and his wife, Susan, are grandparents for the first time.
McKee confirmed Tuesday that his son, Matt, and daughter-in-law Laura had their first child on Monday. Her name is: Mabel James McKee.
"She was born 7 lbs. 13 oz. Mom and baby are doing great – dad is very excited,'' said McKee spokeswoman Andrea Palagi.
By way of background, the governor's office said: "James is Matt McKee’s middle name and the governor’s father‘s first name. " (The governor's office incorrectly reported earlier that James was the Governor’s middle name.)
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Talking to reporters after an unrelated State House press conference on Tuesday, the 71-year-old McKee said: "Let's just say that it was a very exciting day yesterday for the McKee family."
This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: Rhode Island Gov. McKee becomes a grandfather for the first time
