Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee passes away at 74 – Washington Examiner
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, a Democrat from Texas, passed away at the age of 74. Her death was confirmed in a statement-by-cisa-group-that-includes-dominion-to-prove-its-innocence-on-its-own-factcheck-page/” title=”WOW! Shifty Dominion Uses a "FactCheck" Statement by CISA Group that INCLUDES DOMINION to "Prove" Its Innocence on Its Own "FactCheck" Page”>statement released by her family. Sheila Jackson Lee was a dedicated representative known as “Congresswoman” by her constituents. Her passing is a loss for the people she served. Sheila Jackson Lee was a fierce advocate for her community and a passionate voice for justice and equality. She was a tireless fighter for civil rights, healthcare, and education, among many other important issues. Her legacy will live on through the countless lives she touched and the positive change she brought about during her time in office.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee’s family, friends, and constituents during this difficult time. May she rest in peace knowing she made a lasting impact on the world around her.
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee dies at age 74
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) died at age 74.
Her death was announced in a statement from her family.
“A fierce champion of the people, she was affectionately and simply known as ‘Congresswoman’ by her constituents in recognition of her near-ubiquitous presence and service to their daily lives for more than 30 years,” the statement read.
Her death came just over one month after announcing that she had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
“My doctors have confirmed my diagnosis of pancreatic cancer,” she wrote on X in early June. “I am currently undergoing treatment to battle this disease that impacts tens of thousands of Americans every year.”
Lee had won her primary in March and was set to run against Republican challenger Lana Centonze.
The Texas Democrat was a significant presence in Congress for 30 years.
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