Mia Love, First Black Republican Congresswoman, Dies at 49

Mia Love, the first Black Republican woman elected to the U.S. Congress, passed away on March 23, 2025, at the age of 49 after a battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. Her family confirmed her death, highlighting her influence and the love surrounding her in her final moments at home. Born in New York City, Mia served as the U.S. Representative for Utah’s 4th District from 2015 to 2019 and was known for her advocacy of conservative values and limited government. Throughout her political career, her husband, Jason Love, played a significant role in maintaining family stability, choosing to work in the private sector while Mia pursued her political ambitions. The couple, who married in 1998, shared a deep connection through their faith in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had three children together. Mia's passing marks a significant loss for her community and the Republican Party, where she broke barriers and paved the way for future leaders.