The controversial former Arizona attorney general, Mark Brnovich, is dead at the age of 59.
His family announced his death on Tuesday afternoon:
“It is with profound sorrow that the Brnovich family announces the passing of Mark Brnovich. Best known as Arizona’s 26th Attorney General, a state and federal prosecutor, and champion of justice, he will forever be remembered and cherished by us as a beloved father, husband, son, and brother. We are heartbroken with this loss and are deeply moved by the outpouring of love and support from so many wonderful people across the state and country.”
Brnovich leaves behind a wife and two daughters.
Despite his checkered service, elected officials, lobbyists, and pundits shared thoughts and prayers for the former attorney general and failed senatorial candidate across social media streams.
I'm saddened by the passing of former Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich. I'm thinking of his family and loved ones during this difficult time. https://t.co/ajPn3odL9D
— Governor Katie Hobbs (@GovernorHobbs) January 13, 2026
Today I learned of the sudden passing of former Attorney General Mark Brnovich. I was in complete shock and disbelief—it took time to process this heartbreaking news. He left us far too soon at just 59.
Mark was a devoted husband, father, and an outstanding public servant. Every… https://t.co/U6GTQhvvXw
— Warren Petersen (@votewarren) January 13, 2026
Joyce and I are truly saddened to hear of Mark Brnovich’s passing.
Mark was a steadfast public servant who loved Arizona and spent his life fighting for the rule of law and justice. Beyond the titles, he was a devoted husband, father, son, and brother—and that’s the loss that…
— Rep. David Schweikert (@RepDavid) January 13, 2026
So sorry to hear this. General Brnovich was an effective and ardent patriot who cared deeply about this country, this state, and its people. He will be deeply missed. Please pray for Susan and their daughters. RIP https://t.co/SIjqxhSdXp
— J.P. Twist (@jp_twist) January 13, 2026
I’m devastated to hear of the passing of former Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich. I had the chance to work with him and campaign with him, and I saw how seriously he took public service. I am grateful for his commitment to Arizona. His family has long been dedicated to… pic.twitter.com/W6ak80nhS2
— Trey Terry (@treyterry) January 13, 2026
As previously reported by the Arizona Daily Independent, in October 2025 President Donald Trump withdrew the nomination of Brnovich to serve as US ambassador to Serbia. At the time, Brnovich, who often found himself at odds with the Republican base while in office, blamed the withdrawal on the “Deep State.”
Contrary to Brnovich’s baseless claim, it appears that his appointment was stalled largely due to opposition from forces in Trump’s “MAGA” orbit, who were strongly opposed to the controversial former AG.
Brnovich, who was twice elected Attorney General before seeing his personal ratings suffer and finishing a distant third in the 2022 GOP primary for US Senate, said at the time of the withdrawal “as the process dragged on, it became clear that the bureaucrats of the deep state do not want anyone with a political, ethical and religious background like mine to perform ambassador duties in Serbia,” said Brnovich without evidence according to the Serbian Times.
However, Republican operatives who spoke to the Arizona Daily Independent on condition anonymity, say Brnovich met with strong opposition in Trump’s orbit “because of his political and unethical background.”
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