Former GOP Rep Mia Love Passes Away at 49 After Battling Cancer

Former U.S. Rep. Mia Love, R-Utah, a trailblazing Republican and a daughter of Haitian immigrants, has passed away at the age of 49, her family announced on Sunday. Love's remarkable legacy includes being the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, a milestone that solidified her place in American political history.

According to a statement shared by her family, Love "passed away peacefully" while surrounded by loved ones at her home. "With grateful hearts filled to overflowing for the profound influence of Mia on our lives, we want you to know that she passed away peacefully today," her family shared. "She was in her home surrounded by family."

Love had been battling brain cancer, an uphill fight that tragically came to an end as her condition stopped responding to treatment. Earlier this month, Love's daughter disclosed the heartbreaking news that her mother’s cancer was no longer manageable.

In their statement, the family described her passing with touching words: "In the midst of a celebration of her life and an avalanche of happy memories, Mia quietly slipped the bands of mortality and, as her words and vision always did, soared heavenward." They expressed gratitude for the many prayers and condolences they’ve received and shared plans to announce funeral service details and a public celebration of her life soon.

Love's journey in Congress and her life story have inspired many, and her contributions to American politics will be remembered fondly. Her ability to break barriers and challenge norms was emblematic of her spirit and determination.