U.S. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart is a sitting Republican representative. The Diaz-Balart family is, perhaps, the most-politically powerful in Miami's Cuban-exile community.
His brother, Lincoln Diaz-Balart retired from congress after the 2010 elections. Another brother, Jose Diaz-Balart is a Telemundo host. A cousin of theirs is son and namesake of Fidel Castro, a prior uncle by marriage. A longtime family friend U.S. Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, expressed her sorrow this morning in a radio interview during which she spoke of the toll of depression and suicide.
The family's statement:
It is with infinite sadness that we announce the passing, on May 19, 2013, of our beloved son and brother, Lincoln Gabriel Diaz-Balart.
For many years, Lincoln Gabriel struggled with depression.
Lincoln Gabriel was a kind and loving human being. His love and compassion touched many lives during his 29 years.
We will remember him with profound love and devotion for the rest of our lives.
Lincoln, Cristina, and Daniel Diaz-Balart
Our Thoughts and Prayers for the Diaz-Balart family.
Story Bina Fink Bina@BinaFink.com
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