Longtime Democratic Rep. David Scott dies at 80

Source: Axios · Bias: Center Left

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Rep. David Scott (D-Ga.) has died at age 80, a senior House Democrat familiar with the matter confirmed to Axios.Driving the news: Scott served in Congress for more than 20 years. His death was first reported by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, which had confirmation from his office.Scott's office did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Axios.

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Longtime Democratic Rep. David Scott dies at 80
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Longtime Democratic Rep. David Scott dies at 80

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Rep. David Scott (D-Ga.) has died at age 80, a senior House Democrat familiar with the matter confirmed to Axios.Driving the news: Scott served in Congress for more than 20 years. His death was first reported by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, which had confirmation from his office.Scott's office did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Axios.

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