Pro-Taiwan US Democratic Representative David Scott Passes Away at 80
Pro-Taiwan US Representative David Scott, a Georgia Democrat who advocated for Taiwan's fair employment in international organizations, has passed away at the age of 80.
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- 📰 Published: April 23, 2026 at 10:48
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(CNA, Atlanta, 22nd, Composite Foreign Report) Pro-Taiwan Democratic US Representative David Scott has passed away at the age of 80. The Georgia congressman, who served in Congress for over 20 years, was well-known for defending the rights of farmers, healthcare, education, and veterans.
David Scott was a member of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus in the House of Representatives. In 2020, he and Republican Representative Scott Tipton introduced the "Employment Fairness for Taiwan Act of 2020," supporting Taiwanese citizens in gaining fair employment opportunities in international financial organizations.
At the end of 2019, it was reported that the World Bank allegedly required Taiwanese individuals to hold Chinese passports to be hired. The two representatives introduced this bill on February 28 of the following year, urging the White House to take action.
According to the bill, the US Secretary of the Treasury should instruct the US executive directors within international financial institutions to voice their support and use their voting power to ensure that these institutions' hiring practices do not discriminate against Taiwanese citizens. The bill also required the US Treasury Department to submit an annual report detailing the progress of implementation.
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs subsequently expressed gratitude to the US Congress for supporting Taiwan with concrete actions.
The Associated Press reported that Scott was the first African American to chair the House Agriculture Committee. Before his passing, he was seeking his 13th term in the midterm elections this November.
Coming from a humble background, he was a representative African American member of the moderate Democratic "Blue Dog Caucus" and had significant influence on agricultural subsidies and food assistance issues. However, his deteriorating health in recent years often drew public concern. He faced a primary challenge within his party when seeking reelection in 2024 and was dealing with a competitor right up until his death.
Democrats on Capitol Hill mourned the veteran congressman.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries told the media today: "The news of Congressman Scott's passing is deeply saddening."
He said: "Scott was a trailblazer who served his district exceptionally well. Rising from humble beginnings, he became the first African American in history to chair the House Agriculture Committee. He cared for his constituents and fought fiercely for the welfare of the people of Georgia. Everyone will miss him dearly."
Following the news of Scott's passing, the White House lowered its flags to half-staff in mourning. (Translated by: Tsai Chia-min) 1150423
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(CNA, Atlanta, 22nd, Composite Foreign Report) Pro-Taiwan Democratic US Representative David Scott has passed away at the age of 80. The Georgia congressman, who served in Congress for over 20 years, was well-known for defending the rights of farmers, healthcare, education, and veterans.
David Scott was a member of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus in the House of Representatives. In 2020, he and Republican Representative Scott Tipton introduced the "Employment Fairness for Taiwan Act of 2020," supporting Taiwanese citizens in gaining fair employment opportunities in international financial organizations.
At the end of 2019, it was reported that the World Bank allegedly required Taiwanese individuals to hold Chinese passports to be hired. The two representatives introduced this bill on February 28 of the following year, urging the White House to take action.
According to the bill, the US Secretary of the Treasury should instruct the US executive directors within international financial institutions to voice their support and use their voting power to ensure that these institutions' hiring practices do not discriminate against Taiwanese citizens. The bill also required the US Treasury Department to submit an annual report detailing the progress of implementation.
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs subsequently expressed gratitude to the US Congress for supporting Taiwan with concrete actions.
The Associated Press reported that Scott was the first African American to chair the House Agriculture Committee. Before his passing, he was seeking his 13th term in the midterm elections this November.
Coming from a humble background, he was a representative African American member of the moderate Democratic "Blue Dog Caucus" and had significant influence on agricultural subsidies and food assistance issues. However, his deteriorating health in recent years often drew public concern. He faced a primary challenge within his party when seeking reelection in 2024 and was dealing with a competitor right up until his death.
Democrats on Capitol Hill mourned the veteran congressman.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries told the media today: "The news of Congressman Scott's passing is deeply saddening."
He said: "Scott was a trailblazer who served his district exceptionally well. Rising from humble beginnings, he became the first African American in history to chair the House Agriculture Committee. He cared for his constituents and fought fiercely for the welfare of the people of Georgia. Everyone will miss him dearly."
Following the news of Scott's passing, the White House lowered its flags to half-staff in mourning. (Translated by: Tsai Chia-min) 1150423
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