Eliot Engel, a former U.S. Representative from New York, has passed away at the age of 79. Engel represented the Bronx for 16 terms in Congress.
During his extensive career in the House of Representatives, Engel was a prominent figure in foreign policy. He notably chaired the House Foreign Affairs Committee, dedicating decades to international relations.
Engel's long tenure in Congress saw him become a well-known liberal voice from New York. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.
