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Trump is on a wrecking cruise to de-professionalize the civil service and threaten basic services to Americans,
he told The New York Times in January If Republicans want to name something after him, ... I’d suggest they find a federal prison.”
I know this is going to sound corny, ... but I look out at that now, and my heart soars.”
he told The Washington Post that year The federal workforce is our country’s single greatest asset,
Connolly said in a statement when introducing the FAIR Act for a final time in January I knew Congressman Connolly for nearly 20 years. He was a true public servant who dedicated his career to supporting Virginians,
I‘ve traveled with him with the NATO Parliamentary and just always a gentleman. Always greeted you with a smile. Always polite,
I ask us all to stop and say a prayer for his family,
Very sad news. Congressman Connolly was a true fighter for the district where I grew up in Fairfax County and fought especially hard for the federal workers being harmed by DOGE. RIP,
Gerry Connolly refused to retire despite having terminal cancer. He just died. As a result, there's another empty seat that would be filled by a Democrat. That makes passing the Big Beautiful Bill slightly easier,
writer and podcast host Matt Stoller said When I announced my diagnosis six months ago, I promised transparency,
Connolly said at the time I can only imagine the grief that his family is experiencing and will endure in the months to come. I hope that even as they grieve they will also soothe each other with a story of 'Remember the time when…' and then they laugh through their tears. May God be with his family,
We were fortunate to share Gerry with Northern Virginia for nearly 40 years because that was his joy, his purpose, and his passion. His absence will leave a hole in our hearts, but we are proud that his life's work will endure for future generations,
The Democratic Caucus, the Commonwealth of Virginia and the country have lost a hardworking, humble and honorable public servant with the passing of Congressman Gerry Connolly."
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) said His decades of public service reflect a deep commitment to Virginia."
Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) reacted to the news, saying After grueling treatments, we've learned that the cancer, while initially beaten back, has now returned. I’ll do everything possible to continue to represent you and thank you for your grace,
Connolly said in an open letter to constituents in April It is with immense sadness that we share that our devoted and loving father, husband, brother, friend, and public servant, Congressman Gerald E. Connolly, passed away peacefully at his home this morning surrounded by family,
read a statement posted on Connolly's X account My condolences to the Connolly family for the loss of thus exemplary man and Representative. RIP”.
Reacting to the demise of Conolly, one person wrote on X Gerry lived his life to give back to others and make our community better. He looked out for the disadvantaged and voiceless. He always stood up for what is right and just,
a statement from his family added Very sad news. Rep Connolly was a first rate public servant & policy geek. He was about getting things done, rather than getting likes on social media posts & was well-liked & -respect by his colleagues regardless of party. My thoughts & prayers are with his personal & extended family of friends, colleagues & staff,
The sun is setting on my time in public service, and this will be my last term in Congress, ... You all have been a joy to serve.”
he said in an email to his constituents, adding
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