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LA State Rep Mike Bayham dies

Posted on 11/12/26 at 9:04 am
Posted by rt3
now in the piney woods of Pineville
Member since Apr 2011
148520 posts
Posted on 11/12/26 at 9:04 am


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Bayham was elected to the Louisiana House of Representatives in 2023, representing District 103, which includes St. Bernard Parish.

A lifelong resident of Chalmette, Bayham had deep roots in the community. He attended Holy Cross High School in the Lower 9th Ward before earning a bachelor's degree from Louisiana State University, where he studied journalism, political science and history.

His career in public service began at a young age. At 26, Bayham became the youngest person elected to the St. Bernard Parish Council at the time. He represented District B from 2001 to 2004.

Bayham was also involved in Republican politics for decades. He was first elected to the Republican State Central Committee in 1996 and later served as its executive committee secretary from 2008 to 2012. He also served as a presidential elector in 2008 and 2012.
Posted by kingbob
Sorrento, LA
Member since Nov 2010
71806 posts
Posted on 11/12/26 at 9:05 am to
Shocking! Dude was only in his early 50’s! I hope his family finds peace and comfort after this loss.
Posted by Y.A. Tittle
Member since Sep 2003
112351 posts
Posted on 11/12/26 at 9:08 am to
Dude used to troll the shite out of the freaks at LSU Free Speech Alley.

RIP
Posted by Tigersforthee
Member since Dec 2025
1302 posts
Posted on 11/12/26 at 9:41 am to
Do Democrats celebrate when Republicans die from disease or only when another Democrat actually murders them?
Posted by Lambdatiger1989
NOLA
Member since Jan 2012
2583 posts
Posted on 11/12/26 at 9:44 am to
Man, he was only 52 what happened? RIP.
Posted by UnclePat76
McHenry County Illinois
Member since Sep 2004
4022 posts
Posted on 11/12/26 at 9:44 am to
Was a close friend. Saw him this summer. His Astros against my White Sox. He lived a full life. That’s what’s helping a lot of people cope right now. How many of us have been to Bulgaria, Mongolia or Montenegro? Rest in peace brother. You will be missed and you fought the good fight.
This post was edited on 11/12/26 at 9:46 am
Posted by ataraxia
Member since May 2023
213 posts
Posted on 11/12/26 at 10:12 am to
Does anyone have the inside ball on who might run for his seat?
Posted by billjamin
Houston
Member since Jun 2019
20408 posts
Posted on 11/12/26 at 11:15 am to
Sucks to hear. He was a good dude and I'm happy i got to know him.
Posted by chalmetteowl
Chalmette
Member since Jan 2008
56085 posts
Posted on 11/12/26 at 11:34 am to
quote:

Does anyone have the inside ball on who might run for his seat?


Too soon
Posted by cajunangelle
Member since Oct 2012
173945 posts
Posted on 11/12/26 at 11:40 am to
RIP prayers for him and family.

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Louisiana State Representative Mike Bayham Jr. died from liver failure. He passed away at age 52 on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at a hospital in Metairie, Louisiana, following a multi-month battle with the illness.
• Health Battle. Bayham had been suffering from liver failure for several months and required a liver transplant to survive. His legislative office issued a statement on November 11 announcing that he was gravely ill and asking the public for prayers.
• Public Service. A Republican from Chalmette, Bayham represented District 103 in the Louisiana House of Representatives starting in January 2024. He previously served on the St. Bernard Parish Council from 2001 to 2004.
• Recent Legislative Work. Despite ongoing hospitalizations and serious pain, Bayham remained active in his duties until his death. His final legislative achievements included authoring a constitutional amendment approved by voters in November 2026 to establish term limits for Louisiana governors.
This post was edited on 11/12/26 at 11:42 am
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