Archive · 27 May 2025
Longtime Harlem Congressman Charles Rangel Dies at Age 94
Charles Rangel, a long-time Congressman from Harlem, has passed away at 94.
He was a veteran of the Korean War and began his political career in 1970.
Rangel served in Congress for nearly 50 years, becoming a key figure in American politics.
He was a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus and the first African American to chair the House Ways and Means Committee.
Known for his strong voice, he was a champion for Harlem and low-income communities.
He was a key figure in the "Gang of Four", a group of Black leaders, and was praised by many prominent political figures.
He also supported the Rangel Amendment to cut tax breaks for US firms in South Africa.
Former US Rep. Charles Rangel, a longtime Harlem Democrat, died at 94.
He served nearly 50 years in Congress, from 1971 until retirement in 2017.
Rangel was a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus.
He was the first African American to chair the House Ways and Means Committee.
Rangel was known for advocating for Harlem and low-income communities.
- Who
- Charles Rangel, a former U.S. Representative.
- What
- Former US Rep. Charles Rangel has died.
- When
- He died on Monday.
- Where
- He died in a hospital in New York City.
- Why
- Not explicitly stated in the articles.
- Age at Death
- 94
- Political Party
- Democrat
- Years in Congress
- Nearly 50
- Committee Chair
- House Ways and Means Committee (2007)
- Key Role
- Founding Member of Congressional Black Caucus