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Ben Sasse Was Given a Few Months to Live. He Credits "Providence, Prayer and a Miracle Drug" for Giving Him More Time.

April 24, 2026 / 6:02 PM EDT / CBS News

Ben Sasse Was Given a Few Months to Live. He Credits "Providence, Prayer and a Miracle Drug" for Giving Him More Time.

TL;DR

  • Former Republican U.S. Senator Ben Sasse was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic pancreatic cancer in December.
  • He was initially given three to four months to live.
  • A clinical trial drug has shrunk his tumors by 76%, extending his life.
  • Sasse believes providence, prayer, and the drug are responsible for his extended time.
  • He also criticized American politics and Congress for not addressing future challenges.
  • His interview with Scott Pelley will air on "60 Minutes" and be available on Paramount+, CBSNews.com, and YouTube.