Overview
- Gerry Connolly, a nine-term Democratic representative for Virginia's 11th District, died peacefully at home following a battle with esophageal cancer.
- Connolly announced his diagnosis in November 2024 and stepped down from his role as House Oversight Committee ranking member in April 2025 after the cancer's recurrence.
- He served Northern Virginia for nearly 40 years, championing projects like the Silver Line Metro extension and advocating for federal workforce reforms in Congress.
- Tributes poured in from lawmakers across party lines, highlighting his intellect, integrity, and dedication to public service.
- Connolly's death marks the third loss of a House Democrat this year, creating a vacancy in his district and on the House Oversight Committee.