By Gwurld4026 
Legacy of Leadership: Historic GOP Representative Passes Away at 49
Mia Love, the first Black Republican woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, has died at the age of 49 after a battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Her family announced that she passed away peacefully at her home in Saratoga Springs, Utah, surrounded by loved ones.
Born Ludmya Bourdeau on December 6, 1975, in Brooklyn, New York, to Haitian immigrant parents, Love’s journey was marked by groundbreaking achievements. She began her political career in Utah, serving on the Saratoga Springs City Council before becoming the city’s mayor. In 2014, she made history by being elected to represent Utah’s 4th Congressional District, serving two terms until 2019.
During her tenure in Congress, Love was known for her work on banking regulation and immigration. She was also recognized for her willingness to critique her own party, notably distancing herself from then-President Donald Trump during his 2016 campaign. After leaving Congress, Love contributed as a political commentator and continued to be active in public discourse.
In February 2022, Love was diagnosed with glioblastoma. Despite undergoing surgery and participating in clinical trials, her condition worsened, and by March 2025, treatments had ceased to be effective. In her final days, she shared reflections on her life and hopes for America’s future, emphasizing unity and compassion.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox expressed his condolences, calling Love a “true friend” whose “legacy of service inspired all who knew her.” She is survived by her husband, Jason Love, and their three children.