Former Sheriff Joe Arpaio insisted he was alive and still seeking reelection in November, despite what he said were claims he had died.

“Rumors on Social Media. ‘Joe Arpaio passes away at age 89’. Fake news is disgusting, during virus pandemic,” Arpaio wrote. “My supporters inquired whether I was DEAD. Watch the video below showing me holding today’s Arizona Republic with today’s date. I am strong, healthy, alive and kicking.”