REPORT: Teen cancer survivor honored by Trump has heartbreaking new diagnosis

May 31, 2025

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From NY Post: The family of Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel recently revealed a heartbreaking diagnosis just months after the teen brain cancer survivor captured America’s hearts when he was sworn in as an honorary member of the Secret Service by President Trump. DJ, who was given five months to live after being diagnosed with incurable brain and spine cancer in 2018, has “three new tumors,” his father, Theodis Daniel, told Fox 7 Austin last week.

DJ, who dreams of becoming a police officer, was thrust into the national spotlight when he was sworn in as an honorary protector of Trump during the president’s address to a joint session of Congress on March 4.

The teen has nearly completed his quest to be sworn in by 1,000 law enforcement agencies across the country — which would be a Guinness World Record

DJ’s dad revealed the new diagnosis.

“It’s rough, there isn’t a class that can teach you how to deal with it. You’re hearing that your child has a nasty disease,” Daniel said.

“We’re just going around showing people, hey, you do care for one another. Let’s give compassion and let’s try to join and help each other get through things,” he added.

In response, The White House issued a statement on X.

“We’re lifting up Agent DJ Daniel in prayer after his dad, Theodis, shared that DJ is now facing three new tumors,” the account said.

“DJ is one of the strongest, bravest young men—and has now been sworn into 1,351 law enforcement agencies across the country.

“Agent Daniel, you’re a true legend.”

We’re lifting up Agent DJ Daniel in prayer after his dad, Theodis, shared that DJ is now facing three new tumors.

DJ is one of the strongest, bravest young men—and has now been sworn into 1,351 law enforcement agencies across the country.

Agent Daniel, you’re a true legend. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/UH9sCOeWvE

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) May 30, 2025