Veteran Congressman Charlie Rangel Passes Away at 94
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Charlie Rangel, a stalwart of American politics and founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus, has died at 94 after nearly five decades serving Harlem. His long tenure on Capitol Hill and influential presence mark a significant moment in U.S. political history.
Former New York Rep. Charles Rangel has died at the age of 94, eight years after leaving Congress following more than 40 years of serving in the House.
Rangel served Congress for 46 years from 1971-2017 and co-founded the Congressional Black Caucus
Former Congressman Charlie Rangel, a fixture on Capitol Hill for nearly half a century, has died at the age of 94, according to reports.
Former New York Rep. Charles Rangel, a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus who spent more than four decades in the House, has died at 94.
Charlie Rangel, who represented Harlem in the House of Representatives for 46 years, was the last surviving member of the "Gang of Four."
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