Andrew Gillum checking into rehab for alcohol abuse after meth incident

Published March 16, 2020 1:02am ET



Former Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum announced Sunday he would be going to rehab for alcoholism after an incident in Miami involving a suspected crystal meth overdose last week.

“After conversation with my family and deep reflection, I have made the decision to seek help, guidance and enter a rehabilitation facility at this time,” Gillum, 40, said in a statement.

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