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Jon Kyl died at the age of 84.

Former U.S. Senator Jon Kyl, who represented Arizona, died at the age of 84 on September 16, 2026, following complications from a neurological condition.

Jon Kyl Dead

Jon Kyl Dead

Source: theguardian.com

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Verified September 17, 2026
  • Jon Kyl passed away on September 16, 2026, at the age of 84.

  • His family stated the cause of death was complications from a neurological disease.

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Jon Kyl, a longtime Republican senator from Arizona known for his role in the confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, passed away at the age of 84. His death was confirmed by his family and reported by national media outlets on September 17, 2026.theguardian.comtheguardian.comJon Kyl DeadJon Kyl, a former Republican U.S. Senator from Arizona, passed away on September 16, 2026, at the age of 84 According to the family's statement, the cause of death was complications from a neurological disease He also returned to the...

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