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H.K. Edgerton, a former NAACP leader known for his defense of Confederate symbols, died at 78 on January 18, 2026, after a prolonged illness. Prominent in the 1990s for advocating minority business interests, he faced criticism for his associations and was ousted from the NAACP, later becoming a notable supporter of Confederate causes. His funeral is scheduled for January 31, 2026.