California Congressman Doug LaMalfa has died, Republican lawmakers confirmed on Tuesday, Jan. 6.
He was 65.
LaMalfa was elected to the California State Assembly and State Senate before being elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2012.
"Jacquie and I are devastated about the sudden loss of our friend, Congressman Doug LaMalfa," Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer posted on social media Tuesday. "Doug was a loving father and husband, and staunch advocate for his constituents and rural America. Our prayers are with Doug’s wife, Jill, and their children."
USA TODAY has reached out to LaMalfa's office.
