Spanish President Chavez has pledged to run for re-election this year . A lawmaker mocks a Venezuelan newspaper report , saying it made him laugh . Cancer has spread in Hugo Chavez 's colon , spine and bones , and the Venezuelan president could have only nine months to live , Spain 's ABC newspaper reported Monday , citing medical records provided by unidentified intelligence sources . Report : Hugo Chavez 's health `` appears to be deteriorating '' The president has said treatment he had in Spain cured him of cancer .
Spanish President Chavez has pledged to run for re-election this year . A lawmaker mocks a Venezuelan newspaper report , saying it made him laugh . Report : Hugo Chavez 's health `` appears to be deteriorating '' The president has said treatment he had in Spain cured him of cancer .