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Georgia Rep. David Scott dies at 80

newsApr 22, 2026202,364

Georgia Democratic U.S. Rep. David Scott, 80, WHO was seeking a 13th term in Congress, has died. Scott served as chair of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee during his time in the House. His death creates a vacancy in Georgia’s congressional delegation and will require a special election under state law to fill his seat.

Key Highlights

David Scott was seeking a 13th term in Congress at age 80.
Scott previously served as chair of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee.
His death creates a vacancy that will trigger a Georgia special election.
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ajc.comGeorgia U.S. Rep. David Scott has diedaxios.comLongtime Democratic Rep. David Scott dies at 80zettawire.comBREAKING: U.S. Representative David Scott of Georgia has died at age 80. The Democrat was in the midst of a campaign for a 13th term in office.

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