Florida’s Democratic Congressman Alcee Hastings passed away this week after a battle with pancreatic cancer. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi honored the longtime representative, praising the legacy Hastings left behind.
Pelosi issued a statement reflecting on the life and career of Hastings, who passed away at the age of 84. Even as Hastings was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in January 2019, he remained active in his respective House committees even as he was being treated.
However, he was not present over the last few months due to receiving treatment. Pelosi described the Florida Democrat’s leadership and work in the Democratic Black Caucus.
Nancy Pelosi pays tribute to late Florida Rep Alcee Hastings
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