Sheila Jackson Lee has been a prominent figure in American politics for nearly three decades. Representing Texas’s 18th congressional district since 1995, she has been a fierce advocate for equality and justice for all.
Married for over 50 years to Elwyn Lee, Vice President for Community Relations and Institutional Access at the University of Houston, Sheila Jackson Lee has two children, Jason and Erica Lee, who are Ivy League graduates.
On June 2, 2024, Sheila Jackson Lee shared with the public a personal battle she is facing. The congresswoman announced that she has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, a disease that affects tens of thousands of Americans each year.
In a statement released on her Instagram page, @repjacksonlee, she expressed her gratitude for the outpouring of support and assured her constituents that she is committed to fighting this disease with faith and courage.
While she may need to step back occasionally to focus on her health, Sheila Jackson Lee emphasized that her office will continue to serve the 18th Congressional District diligently. With the support of her family, colleagues, and the American people, she remains determined to overcome this challenge.
As she undergoes treatment, she asked for prayers and well wishes from the community that she has dedicated her life to serving.
