Congressman Charles Rangel Dies at 94 | JQJO

Former New York Congressman Charles B. Rangel passed away Monday at age 94. A Harlem native, Rangel was the first Black chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, a position he later relinquished following an ethics violation. He served in Congress for over 50 years, second only to Emanuel Celler in longevity among New York representatives. Rangel's legacy includes his significant contributions to Harlem's political landscape and his groundbreaking achievements in Congress.