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Former Congresswoman Mia Love Passes Away After Battle with Brain Cancer

Mia Love, the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, died at 49 after a lengthy battle with brain cancer, as confirmed by her family.

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  2. Mia Love, first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, dies aged 49

    Love didn’t emphasize her race during her campaigns, but she acknowledged the significance of her election after her 2014 victory.

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  4. Mia Love, 1st Black Republican woman elected to Congress, dies of cancer at 49

    The Republican party viewed Love as a trailblazer who could inspire more conservative women of color to seek elected office.

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  6. First Black Republican Rep. Mia Love has died

    Love didn't emphasize her race during her campaigns, but she acknowledged the significance of her election after her 2014 victory.

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  7. Former Republican Congresswoman Mia Love Dead at 49

    Though she publicly opposed Donald Trump through his first term, her voting record sided with him 96 percent of the time during her congressional tenure, according to a Five Thirty Eight Poll.

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Updated: Mar 24th, 2025, 1:21 PM ET

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Mia Love, the first Black Republican woman elected to the U.S. Congress, has died at 49 after a prolonged fight with glioblastoma. Her family stated she passed peacefully at her home in Saratoga Springs, Utah, surrounded by loved ones. Earlier in March, her daughter revealed that Love was no longer responding to treatment, which included a clinical trial at Duke University. Love’s political journey began as a city council member in Saratoga Springs, later becoming mayor and serving in Congress from 2015 to 2019. Utah officials, including Governor Spencer Cox, have paid tribute to her impactful legacy.

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  • Mia Love, the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, has passed away at the age of 49 after battling brain cancer, leaving behind a legacy of public service and inspiration for many.

  • She was known for her significant achievements in politics, including overcoming racial and gender barriers in a predominately conservative state, which highlighted her role as a trailblazer.GOP

  • Despite facing challenges in her political career, including a notable distancing from Donald Trump, LoLove influence and commitment to her values continued to impact her community and the nation.

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