Doug LaMalfa, a 13-year veteran of the U.S. House and a member of the Agriculture Committee, died suddenly at 65 years of age. Axios (AX-ee-ohs) said LaMalfa, a fourth-generation rice farmer, represented California’s first congressional district since 2013 and had previously served in the state assembly and Senate. While sitting on the House Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Transportation and Infrastructure Committees, he also served as chair of the Western Caucus. LaMalfa’s seat will remain vacant until a special election is held to fill it, further reducing House Republicans’ already narrow margin, which now stands at 218-213. “Congress is devastated to learn about the passing of a dear friend and colleague, Doug LaMalfa,” said House Speaker Mike Johnson. “Doug was a lifelong resident of Northern California and deeply loved its people.” Johnson also called him a fierce fighter for his state’s vast natural resources and beauty.
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