We should respond with current info. We have tool results but developer instruction says do not call functions this turn. Also we must cite sources per citation instructions. Provide latest news about Rep David Scott. From results Independent says dies 2026-04-22. Web:9 Fox News says dead at 80. CNN says dies. So report: David Scott, U.S. Representative for Georgia's 13th district, died April 21-22, 2026, at age 80 while campaigning for 13th term. Provide note that this is latest. Also mention confirmation process and potential succession. Include citations after sentences. Also Prague location user. Provide brief. Let's craft. Include at least one citation after sentences. We'll add after each factual claim. Also comply with formatting. Let's answer.Direct answer: Representative David Scott has died in office in April 2026.
- The reports indicate he died at age 80 while campaigning for his 13th term in Congress, with initial coverage around April 21–22, 2026.[9][10]
- Multiple outlets characterized him as the longtime Georgia Democrat and the first Black chair of the House Agriculture Committee.[10][9]
- The news flow also notes the potential vacancy implications for Georgia’s 13th district and ongoing succession considerations in the wake of his passing.[9][10]
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- If you’d like, I can pull together a brief timeline of his career and a summary of the district’s succession process in Georgia.[10][9]
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The announcement of Scott's death occurred during the Congressional Black Caucus' weekly luncheon on Capitol Hill
www.independent.co.ukWASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13) released the following statement following his vote to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced tax credits. “Today I voted YES to extend the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits because no Georgian should have to choose between paying their health insurance bill and putting food on the table. Access to these tax credits has b...
davidscott.house.govU.S. Representative David Scott, a significant figure in Georgia politics and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at 80 while campaigning for his 13th term., Agency News, Times Now
www.timesnownews.comU.S. Representative David Scott, a key figure in Georgia's political landscape and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at age 80, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and service., Agency News, Times Now
www.timesnownews.comU.S. Rep. David Scott, a longtime Georgia Democrat who represented the state's 13th congressional district since 2003, has died at the age of 80.
www.foxnews.comGeorgia Rep. David Scott has easily defeated challengers during his 12 terms, but a new revelation about his voting record could make his reelection less assured.
www.cbsnews.comWASHINGTON D.C. - Yesterday, Congressman David Scott (GA-13), sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) urging an immediate stay of removal for Georgia constituent and U.S. Army veteran Godfrey Wade and calling for his immigration case to be heard in court before any further enforcement action is taken. Mr. Wade, who honorably served eight years in the United States Army, was arre... WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13), announced the passage of seven...
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