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Ben Sasse announces terminal, stage-four pancreatic cancer diagnosis

Ben Sasse announces terminal, stage-four pancreatic cancer diagnosis

Summary

Former Senator Ben Sasse has announced he has stage-four pancreatic cancer. He shared his diagnosis and expressed his views on life and death through a post on social media. Sasse, who once served in the U.S. Senate, also led the University of Florida before stepping down.

Key Facts

  • Ben Sasse announced he has stage-four pancreatic cancer.
  • Sasse is 53 years old.
  • He shared the news on a social media platform called X.
  • Sasse has been a critical voice against President Trump within the Republican Party.
  • He was a U.S. Senator from Nebraska, elected in 2014 and 2020.
  • Sasse left Congress in 2023 and became president of the University of Florida, but resigned a year later.
  • He emphasizes his Christian faith in his message about his diagnosis.

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