Kaine Statement on Passing of Congressman Gerald E. Connolly

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine released the following statement regarding the passing of his friend U.S. Representative Gerald E. Connolly:

“My friend Gerry Connolly was a one of a kind public servant who never shied away from fighting for Northern Virginia and our country. I will miss his voice on the many issues that were lucky to benefit from his steadfast leadership, from delivering the congressional oversight the American people deserve and protecting NATO, to standing up for the many federal workers who call Virginia home and securing once-in-a-generation transportation infrastructure investments. His legacy will live on through all that he accomplished throughout his decades of public service and the countless people he inspired along the way. My heart is very heavy and I am lifting up Smitty, Caitlin, and all who knew and loved Gerry in prayer during this difficult time.”

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