Governor Cox Becomes Grandfather | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Utah Governor Spencer Cox just became a grandfather — and it’s the best day of his life. He announced the birth of his first grandchild, a baby boy, during his press conference, sharing emotional moments including a scare right after delivery when the newborn had trouble breathing. Cox joked that grandparenthood is the ultimate reward for raising kids, but this milestone hit him deeper than ever. At 51, he’s grateful to still be able to experience this chapter, urging society to value family as the bedrock of life — and hoping more people will get the chance to become grandparents amid…