The deaths of five members of the US House of Representatives over the past 14 months have reignited discussions about age limits in Congress. The most recent death was that of David Scott, an 80-year-old Democrat from Georgia, who represented a majority-Black constituency in Atlanta's southeastern suburbs. His passing, along with those of Sylvester Turner (70), Raúl Grijalva (77), Gerry Connolly (75), and Doug LaMalfa (Republican, California), has led to a total of five vacant seats in the House, reducing its membership to 430. Many are now advocating for age or term limits, arguing that prolonged tenures can hinder effectiveness, especially amid health concerns. However, some critics caution against imposing blanket restrictions, highlighting the importance of experience in legislative roles. Currently, the US Constitution does not set an upper age limit for federal officeholders, and two of the vacant House seats are expected to be filled through special elections in June.