Kay Granger, first Texas Republican woman elected to House, dies at 83

Kay Granger, who served in the US House for almost three decades, died on Sunday. She was 83 years old. Granger was the first elected Republican woman from Texas to serve in the House. Her son, JD Granger, stated that the cause of death was Alzheimer's disease. Granger did not seek re-election in 2024. She had a long career in the US House, representing her constituents for nearly thirty years.

Granger's family announced her death, providing details about her passing. Her son confirmed that Alzheimer's disease was the cause of death. Granger's legacy as a trailblazer for Republican women in Texas politics will be remembered. She paved the way for future generations of women in politics.