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North Carolina Rep. Mike Clampitt Dies After Cancer Battle
Mike Clampitt, 71, served four terms representing Western North Carolina's 119th District and recently won his GOP primary before dying from leukemia, creating a legislative vacancy.
- North Carolina Representative Mike Clampitt died on Wednesday at 71 following a battle with cancer. House Speaker Destin Hall announced the death of the legislator who represented the 119th District.
- Before serving in the General Assembly, Clampitt spent 27 years as a firefighter protecting his community. He was first elected to the North Carolina House in 2016 and championed fire services and drunk driving prevention.
- Governor Josh Stein and Speaker Hall honored Clampitt on Wednesday, with Stein noting his commitment to rebuilding Western North Carolina after Tropical Storm Helene. Hall said Clampitt "faced cancer with the same courage that defined his life."
- Clampitt, who won the March 3 primary, leaves a legislative vacancy that local Republican Party leaders in Western North Carolina must fill. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the North Carolina House Clerk.
- Despite missing legislative votes while battling leukemia, Clampitt sought reelection this year, surprising political observers. His legacy spans advocacy for constituents in Jackson, Swain, and Haywood counties throughout his service.
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