Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings suspends his campaign for Governor amid cancer diagnosis

He plans to complete his term as mayor

Jerry Demings Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings speaks at a meeting in October 2025. (Orange County)
By JoJo

BREAKING NEWS:

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings has suspended his campaign for Florida’s Governor.

He revealed that he’s been diagnosed with prostate cancer but will serve out the rest of his term as Mayor of Orange County, which ends later this year.

Sending prayers for healing and recovery.

Jerry Demings pauses governor bid over cancer diagnosis - WFTV

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings suspends Florida governor campaign after cancer diagnosis
Jerry Demings Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings speaks at a meeting in October 2025. (Orange County)
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