Luther 'Uncle Luke' Campbell Resigns as High School Football Coach, Teases Congressional Run

The 2 Live Crew member is stepping down to focus on a potential campaign for Florida's 20th Congressional District.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 12:23pm

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Luther 'Uncle Luke' Campbell, the former 2 Live Crew member, has resigned from his position as head football coach at Miami Edison Senior High School, citing a potential congressional campaign as the primary reason for his departure. Campbell, 60, is expected to challenge Democratic incumbent Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick in Florida's 20th Congressional District.

Why it matters

Campbell's potential congressional run would mark his return to politics after a previous unsuccessful bid for Miami-Dade County mayor in 2011. His resignation from coaching high school football suggests he is serious about pursuing elected office, potentially shaking up the political landscape in Florida's 20th District.

The details

In his resignation statement, Campbell expressed gratitude to the players, staff, and administration at Miami Edison, where he had helped transform the program into a respected competitor. He said he did not want to 'shortchange the young men at Miami Edison' while pursuing a congressional seat. Campbell is expected to make a final decision about his campaign on February 15, 2026.

  • On January 26, 2026, Campbell announced his resignation as head football coach at Miami Edison Senior High School.
  • Campbell is expected to make a final decision about his congressional campaign on February 15, 2026.

The players

Luther 'Uncle Luke' Campbell

A former member of the rap group 2 Live Crew who has also worked as a high school football coach and is now considering a run for Congress in Florida's 20th District.

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

The Democratic incumbent in Florida's 20th Congressional District, who is currently facing federal charges for allegedly stealing $5 million in FEMA funds and making illegal campaign contributions.

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What they’re saying

“Good morning. I am officially stepping down as Head Football Coach at Miami Edison Senior High School.”

— Luther 'Uncle Luke' Campbell, Former Head Football Coach, Miami Edison Senior High School (Twitter)

“I believe we are leaving Miami Edison better than we found it. The program now has brand-new locker rooms, upgraded football facilities, and a strong apparel partnership with Adidas.”

— Luther 'Uncle Luke' Campbell, Former Head Football Coach, Miami Edison Senior High School (Twitter)

What’s next

Campbell is expected to make a final decision regarding a congressional run on February 15, 2026.

The takeaway

Campbell's potential congressional campaign would mark his return to politics and could shake up the political landscape in Florida's 20th District, particularly given the ongoing controversy surrounding the incumbent, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick.