Congressman Gerry Connolly Dies at 75
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Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA), 75, passed away Wednesday after a battle with esophageal cancer. His family announced his peaceful passing at home. Connolly, a long-serving Congressman since 2008, was the top Democrat on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform until recently stepping down due to his illness. He was known for his advocacy for federal employees and bipartisan friendships. The House Rules Committee held a moment of silence in his honor.
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