Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis Diagnosed With Breast Cancer

The first lady of Florida, Casey DeSantis, suffers from breast cancer, her husband, Governor Ron DeSantis, announced Monday.

Casey DeSantis, 41, is the mother of the couple’s three children, the youngest of whom was born after the governor took office in January 2019.

“As she faces the most difficult test of her life, she… will have not only my unwavering support but the support of our entire family, as well as the prayers and good wishes of the people of our state. Casey is a true fighter, and she will never, never, never give up, “the Republican governor said in a statement.

Casey DeSantis has taken an active role in her husband’s government, advocating for the population with mental health problems.

“Our hearts go out to Florida’s First Lady Casey DeSantis and her family. We all pray for you! ”Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried, a candidate for the Democratic nomination to face DeSantis in next year’s election, tweeted.