# Jawando stays in county executive race after heart attack

> Will Jawando will run for Montgomery County executive despite heart attack
- Title: Jawando stays in county executive race after heart attack
- Summary: Will Jawando will run for Montgomery County executive despite heart attack Will Jawando remains in the county executive race after heart attack recovery
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- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/politics-power/local-government/jawando-heart-attack-county-executive-G4JW6IV3U5FRXD52UHCGVYFS5M
- Author: Ginny Bixby
- Published: 2026-09-22T14:58:30.125+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: breaking, will jawando, montgomery county, democratic nominee, county executive race, heart attack, mccouncil, news, local
## Jawando hospitalized
Will Jawando was hospitalized Sept 5 after a heart attack during a pickup basketball game.

> We are grateful to share that Will is recovering well from his recent heart attack and will return to the campaign trail very soon
## Campaign confirms race stay
Jawando's campaign says he will return to campaigning soon and stay in the county executive race.

> His dedication to Montgomery County remains steadfast, and his focus is fixed on our community's future
## No additional forums
Jawando's campaign manager says he won't participate in more candidate forums before Election Day.

> Since announcing his run for Montgomery County Executive in May 2025, Will has participated in 102 meet-and-greets
## Recovery progress
Jawando's legislative aide says he continues to make steady progress in his recovery.

> Jawando will return to the campaign trail very soon
## Race opponent
Jawando runs against Republican Esther Wells in the county executive race.

> Montgomery County typically elects Democrats
## Key takeaway

Will Jawando remains in the county executive race after heart attack recovery