BREAKING: Dem Rep Raul Grijalva dead at 77 due to 'complications of cancer treatment'

Rep. Raul Grijalva died on Thursday morning at the age of 77 due to "complications of his cancer treatment." Grijalva was a Democrat lawmaker representing the 7th District of Arizona in the US House of Representatives.

In a statement from Grijalva’s office, his staff wrote that "More than two decades ago, Rep. Grijalva embarked on a journey to be a voice for Southern Arizonans in Washington, DC. Driven by his community values and spirit, he worked tirelessly and accomplished so much — for Arizona and for the country."

"From permanently protecting the Grand Canyon for future generations to strengthening the Affordable Care Act, his proudest moments in Congress have always been guided by community voices. He led the charge for historic investments in climate action, port of entry modernization, permanent funding for land and water conservation programs, access to health care for tribal communities and the uninsured, fairness for immigrant families and Dreamers, student loan forgiveness, stronger protections for farmers and workers exposed to extreme heat, early childhood education expansion, higher standards for tribal consultation, and so much more. Some of these victories seemed out of reach when he first came to Congress, but with support from community, colleagues, allies, and staff, he helped make them real."

In April 2024, Grijalva announced that he had been diagnosed with cancer after seeking treatment for a "persistent cough which was initially diagnosed as pneumonia."

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