Rep. David Scott, longtime Georgia lawmaker, dead at 80
Summary
U.S. Representative David Scott from Georgia’s 13th District died at age 80 while running for his 13th term. He served in Georgia’s state legislature before being elected to Congress in 2003 and was known for his work on agriculture and various caucuses.Key Facts
- David Scott served as a U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 13th District for over 20 years.
- He started his political career in 1974 in the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Scott was elected to the Georgia State Senate in 1982 before joining Congress in 2003.
- He was a member of several groups including the Congressional Black Caucus and the New Democrat Coalition.
- Scott chaired the House Agriculture Committee during President Biden’s first two years.
- He was running for a 13th term in the May 19th primaries at the time of his death.
- Details about his death have not yet been released.
- His passing slightly increases Republican control of the House, now 217 Republicans to 212 Democrats and 1 Independent.
- Leaders from both parties expressed condolences and praised his long service.
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