POLITICIAN Jim Hagedorn was a member of the United States House of Representatives.

Hagedorn's wife, fellow politician and former GOP chairwoman – Jennifer Carnahan, broke the news of his passing on Thursday, February 17.

Who was US rep Jim Hagedorn?

Born on August 4, 1962, Jim Hagedorn was a Republican representative from Minnesota.

Following his graduation at George Mason University, Hagedorn entered the world of politics.

Prior to his election to the United States House of Representatives from Minnesota's 1st Congressional District, he lost the election three times.

After losing the election in 2010, 2014, and 2016 – Hagedorn secured the win 2018.

How did Jim Hagedorn die?

His wife Jennifer Carnahan disclosed the news of his death to ABC5.

She told the outlet: "It is with a broken heart, shattered spirit and overwhelming sadness I share my husband Congressman Jim Hagedorn passed away peacefully last night."

Jennifer stated: "While nothing can accurately prepare you for the unimaginable pain, intense sorrow, suffocating grief and seemingly never-ending emptiness that engulfs the entire body, soul and spirit when your forever love passes away."

"At least we can smile knowing Jim is smiling from heaven encouraging us to keep chasing our dreams, loving unconditionally and fighting for the country."

She added: "I love you. I miss you. I feel empty without you. I will forever be holding your hand."

Hagedorn passed away from kidney cancer, three years after his stage four diagnosis in 2019.

He began receiving care at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, where he had a kidney removed as well as cancerous tissues.

In July 2021, Hagedorn announced that his cancer had unfortunately returned.

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