Mia Love, a former Republican congresswoman representing Utah’s 4th district, died Sunday at 49 after battling brain cancer for several years. Her family announced her passing through her X account, stating she died peacefully at home, surrounded by family members.
The announcement expressed gratitude for Love’s influence, noting the celebration of her life and the memories she left behind. The family promised to provide details on funeral services and a public celebration soon. Love’s last communication on social media, posted 12 hours before her passing, thanked her family, especially her father and husband, Jason. She emphasized the importance of character and leadership for future generations.
Love’s political career included serving as mayor of Saratoga Springs from 2010 to 2014, followed by a term in the U.S. Congress from 2015 through 2019. During her political career, she lost her congressional seat to Democrat Ben McAdams. Despite expressing opposition to Donald Trump during his first term, she supported his agenda 96 percent of the time.
Following her death, social media was flooded with tributes. Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson described Love as a fearless leader and history-maker, stating that Utah and the nation are better for her contributions. Vance Patrick from the Oakland County Republican Party in Michigan also acknowledged her as an inspirational leader and trailblazer.
Love leaves behind her husband and their three children.