Republican Rep. Doug LaMalfa dies at 65, GOP says
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Key Points:
- California Republican Rep. Doug LaMalfa, 65, has died, reducing the House Republican majority to 218 and potentially weakening Speaker Mike Johnson's hold on the House.
- LaMalfa represented California's 1st Congressional District since 2013 and was known for his work on water issues and service on the Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Transportation committees.
- His death follows the recent resignation of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, leaving the House at a narrow 218-213 Republican majority amid upcoming special elections favoring Democrats.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom has 14 days to call a special election to fill LaMalfa's seat, with the election required within 140 days, possibly occurring in June.
