Rep. Bill Pascrell (D-N.J.), who served in the House for more than 27 years, died Wednesday morning, his office announced.
Pascrell, 87, had been hospitalized in July to be treated for a respiratory infection, and spent some time in intensive care. The congressman moved from the hospital to a rehabilitation facility earlier this month, but was rushed back to the hospital days later.
“It is with deep sadness that we announce that Bill Pascrell Jr., our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away this morning. As our United States Representative, Bill fought to his last breath to return to the job he cherished and to the people he loved. Bill lived his entire life in Paterson and had an unwavering love for the city he grew up in and served. He is now at peace after a lifetime devoted to our great nation America,” a statement on Pascrell’s X account reads.
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