The 38-year-old politician opened up about dealing with numerous challenges over the past few months, including depression. In a statement released on Twitter, Johnson states: “I am sharing this because I know from experience the value of speaking honestly about one’s struggles.
I’ve been open about my sobriety, which along with my partner and mother, has been instrumental to me during this difficult time, and my HIV status.” He continued: “Too often mental health issues are shrouded in secrecy and stigmas, which causes people struggling with these issues to feel alone.” Johnson first made headlines in 2019 as an openly gay and H.I.V.