DJ Daniel, the 13-year-old boy who stole the hearts of millions of Americans when he was made an honorary Secret Service agent, is now facing even greater health challenges than he was just a few months earlier.
According to Breitbart, Daniel, who became famous after being recognized as an honorary agent during President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress, is now facing "three new tumors."
The White House, through a post on its offical X account, broke the sad news, noting that the boy's father, Theodis, broke the news to President Trump.
Daniel received an outpouring of support from his legion of fans, including law enforcement agencies across the country.
“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. “DJ is one of the strongest, bravest young men—and has now been sworn into 1,351 law enforcement agencies across the country."
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
Daniel's dad went into greater detail regarding the sad news during an interview with a Fox affiliate.
"It’s rough, there isn’t a class that can teach you how to deal with it," Theodis told the station. "You’re hearing that your child has a nasty disease."
Breitbart noted:
The outlet noted that DJ, who has been sworn as an honorary police officer at thousands of agencies across the United States, was sworn into the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office in Texas — representing the 1,351st swearing-in ceremony.
Daniel was only six years old when he was first diagnosed with brain and spinal cancer, and has battled it ever since.
Well-wishes and prayers poured in across social media when news of his diagnosis hit the headlines.
"I am so sorry to hear this. Praying for you," one X user wrote.
Another X user wrote, "My prayers are with him and his family. God bless."
Hopefully, Daniel gets the care and support he so much deserves as he continues his fight against cancer.
