Politics & Government
Baker on Governor's Diagnosis: 'He Will Battle this Disease with Courage'
The governor announced Monday he has non-Hodgkins lymphoma; Prince George's County's executive said Hogan is in everyone's prayers.

Prince George’s County Executive Rushern L. Baker III says every citizen in the county is praying for Gov. Larry Hogan as he begins a courageous battle against cancer.
Hogan announced the diagnosis and personal battle Monday afternoon.
Hogan said he was recently diagnosed with non-Hodgkins lymphoma, a cancer of the lymph nodes. He described the cancer as ”very advanced stage 3 or stage 4” and referred to cancerous tumors located in various parts of his body, including a tumor in his back.
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Baker said in a statement:
“The thoughts and prayers of all Prince Georgians are with Governor Hogan and his family as he begins his battle with cancer. I applaud how Governor Hogan candidly and courageously made the announcement today concerning his health challenge. Clearly he is a fighter and I am confident he will battle this disease with courage and tenacity. I wish him the best and join all our fellow citizens who are praying for his full recovery.
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I want him to know that the people of Prince George’s County are here to support him as he works to overcomes this obstacle and we will cheer for him all the way until he is cancer free.”
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