Congressman Gerry Connolly of Virginia, who served nine terms in the House of Representatives, has died at 75. His family shared the news on social media, expressing deep sadness at his passing, which occurred peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. Connolly had been battling esophageal cancer, a diagnosis he received last fall, which led him to step back from his role as the ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee earlier this year. He was widely respected and loved by his constituents and peers alike.
"It is with immense sadness that we share that our devoted and loving father, husband, brother, friend, and public servant, Congressman Gerald E. Connolly, passed away peacefully at his home this morning surrounded by family."
"Connolly stepped back from his role as the ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee in April after his esophageal cancer returned, having been diagnosed first last fall."
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