Luther ‘Uncle Luke’ Campbell Resigns As High School Football Coach, Contemplates Running For Congress

Former “2 Live Crew” founder and member, Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell, has teased a run for political office after resigning as a high school football coach.

The man who is credited with bringing independent Hip-Hop to the sunny city of Miami took to social media Jan. 26 to announce that he was leaving his position as head coach at Miami Edison Senior High School.

In Luke’s post on X (formerly Twitter), he stated that a run for a congressional seat in Florida may be looming and that he will announce his intention on Feb. 15.

“Good morning. I am officially stepping down as Head Football Coach at Miami Edison Senior High School. I would like to thank the principal, athletic director, alumni president, board members, my coaching staff, and—most importantly—the players for giving me the opportunity to lead and serve at Miami Edison. Coaching at this historic school has been an honor.”

According to VIBE, the “Banned in the U.S.A.” recording artist has been coaching at the Miami high school since 2018, after starting his post-Hip-Hop career as a linebackers coach at Miami Central Senior High School in 2009.

In his announcement, Luke stated that he is leaving the school in better condition, noting that Miami Edison has a partnership with Adidas and that the football program has brand-new locker rooms and upgraded football facilities. 

Citing that he also wants to be “present” for his son, who is also a student-athlete entering his senior year next semester. He also announced that he will continue to help young students and their parents through his company, Luke Sports, where he will play a role in decisions regarding NIL (name, image, and likeness) opportunities, brand marketing, and long-term development.

Before ending his statement, he said that part of the reason he is leaving his coaching position is his potential pursuit of Congress in the next election.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Luther Campbell Steps Down as Head Football Coach at Miami Edison Senior High School

Miami, FL — Good morning. I am officially stepping down as Head Football Coach at Miami Edison Senior High School.

I would like to thank the principal, athletic director,… pic.twitter.com/6tAU5zeimb

— Luther Luke Campbell (@unclelukereal1) January 26, 2026

Later that day, he returned to social media and reiterated that his political aspirations would depend on his conversations with people in the community to find out their thoughts on how the political landscape is looking for them.

Serving the community is the priority. It’s not about the money, it’s about doing right by the people and bringing resources to the districts that need them most. #CommunityFirst #ServeThePeople pic.twitter.com/hROyuVwty2

— Luther Luke Campbell (@unclelukereal1) January 27, 2026

Luther ‘Uncle Luke’ Campbell Resigns As High School Football Coach, Contemplates Running For Congress