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NDTV
2 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
US Teen Who Became Honorary Secret Service Agent, Faces Health Struggles Again
A US teenager, recently sworn in by the Secret Service after inspiring President Donald Trump with his fight against brain cancer, has been recently diagnosed with additional tumours. Devarjaye "DJ" Daniel's father, Theodis, revealed his 13-year-old son has three new tumours. "We're lifting up Agent DJ Daniel in prayer after his dad, Theodis, shared that DJ is now facing three new tumors," the White House said in an X (formerly Twitter) post. "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." Mr Theodis told FOX 7 Austin that his son is 'just winging it day by day' in the face of new health hardships. 'He does have three new tumours. 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," he 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.'" 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. 🇺🇸 — The White House (@WhiteHouse) May 30, 2025 Also Read | Smuggled North Korean Phone Reveals Extreme Censorship, Surveillance: "Screenshot Every 5 Min" The Texas native was first diagnosed with brain and spinal cancer in 2018, with doctors giving him five months to live. However, DJ persevered and after seven years and more than 13 brain surgeries, he is still going strong in the face of adversity. DJ, whose dream is to become a police officer, was in the spotlight when he was sworn in by the president before a joint session of Congress on March 4. "Tonight, DJ, we're going to do you the biggest honor of them all. I am asking our new Secret Service director Sean Curran to officially make you an agent of the United States Secret Service. Thank you, DJ," Mr Trump said at the time. DJ's father lifted him as the House thundered with applause and cheers of "DJ, DJ, DJ". Meanwhile, Mr Curran handed a badge to the teenager. The following day, DJ also visited the president in the Oval Office. Most recently, DJ was sworn in by the Williamson County Sheriff's Office in Texas.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
13-Year-Old with Brain and Spinal Cancer Faces New Health Struggle 2 Months After Becoming Honorary Secret Service Agent
DJ Daniel, a 13-year-old honorary U.S. Secret Service agent living with brain and spinal cancer, has three new tumors DJ's father Theodis Daniel shared the health update at a May 19 swearing-in ceremony, two months after President Donald Trump made DJ an honorary agent 'It's rough — there isn't a class that can teach you how to deal with it,' Theodis said about his son's latest diagnosisAs a small child, Devarjaye 'DJ' Daniel was given months to live. In 2018, the Texas native was diagnosed with brain and spinal cancer, with doctors giving him five months to live, according to the United States Secret Service. Five months turned into five years. Now, after seven years and more than 13 brain surgeries, DJ is still standing. But a new diagnosis has shaken his family and supporters. When the teen — who wants to be a police officer — was sworn in as an honorary agent of the U.S. Secret Service in March, his father Theodis Daniel said DJ's family is hopeful about his future, thanks in part to a research study he is participating in. 'He's beating the odds," Theodis said at the time. But two months later, the proud parent shared that the odds have changed. During a swearing-in ceremony at Williamson County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) in Texas, Theodis told FOX 7 Austin that the teen is 'just winging it day by day' in the face of new health hardships. 'He does have three new tumors,' the father told the Texas outlet at the May 19 ceremony. '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.' But DJ, whose desire to become a law enforcement officer stemmed from his family's experiences during Hurricane Harvey, has already achieved his goal, according to FOX 7. He has been sworn in by more than 1,300 agencies, including multiple on May 19. And his family remains hopeful. Amid DJ's health struggles, Theodis told FOX 7, '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.' ' Perhaps the crowning jewel of DJ's honorary law enforcement titles is U.S. Secret Service agent. President Donald Trump bestowed him with the honor on March 4 in a joint address to Congress. 'Tonight, DJ, we're going to do you the biggest honor of them all. I am asking our new Secret Service director, Sean Curran, to officially make you an agent of the United States Secret Service,' Trump, 78, told the teen, whose eyes widened upon hearing the news. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human-interest stories. The following day, DJ also visited the president in the Oval Office. And, after his father shared his latest health update in Texas, the White House released a statement of support for the teen. 'We're lifting up Agent DJ Daniel in prayer after his dad, Theodis, shared that DJ is now facing three new tumors,' an X post from the White House said. 'DJ is one of the strongest, bravest young men—and has now been sworn into 1,351 law enforcement agencies across the country," the post continued. "Agent Daniel, you're a true legend. 🇺🇸.' Read the original article on People
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
13-year-old battling brain cancer sworn in as honorary member of WilCo agencies
The Brief DJ Daniel becomes honorary member of multiple Wilco law enforcement agencies Daniel, 13, has been battling brain cancer since 2018 The sheriff's office was his 1,351st swearing in WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas - A Houston boy became an honorary member of multiple law enforcement agencies in Williamson County on Monday. What we know DJ Daniel is a 13-year-old boy who is battling brain cancer. He was diagnosed in 2018 and was given five months to live back then. His father Theodis Daniel says they tried an experimental medicine used in a study. "Look at him, he's happy, vibrant. I never know what's going to come out of his mouth. It makes me nervous half the time, because he has jokes," he said. DJ sure has jokes. During his swearing in, he liked to rub those with bald heads, saying it sends good luck. Local perspective Williamson County Sheriff's Office was his 1,351st swearing in. He's even been sworn in in six other countries. His original goal was just one hundred agencies. That then turned into a thousand. He was inspired after officers helped his family during Hurricane Harvey. Devarjaye Daniel, 10, battling terminal cancer sworn in as Aldine ISD's honorary police officer Texas 10-year-old with terminal cancer sworn in as Round Rock police officer Young boy fighting cancer becomes honorary officer 758 times DJ was put in the national spotlight when President Donald Trump introduced him during the joint address to Congress and had him sworn in as an honorary member of the Secret Service. When Deputy Jeffrey Combs saw that, he knew he had to organize this. "I saw Theodis pick his son up. I felt that unconditional love and I just knew I had to find DJ, so it all worked out," he said. What's next Unfortunately, on the medical side, there are still unknowns. "Just winging it day by day. He does have three new tumors," Theodis said. "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." The family is grateful for all the support. "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," Theodis said. The Source Information from interviews conducted by FOX 7 Austin's Angela Shen
