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Time of India
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Charles Rangel, longtime Harlem Congressman and civil rights advocate, dies at 94
Former US Rep Charles Rangel (Image credits: AP) Former US Rep Charles Rangel, a longtime Harlem Democrat who served nearly 50 years in Congress, died Monday at the age of 94. His family confirmed his death through a statement provided by City College of New York. Rangel passed away at a hospital in New York City, news agency AP reported. A Korean War veteran, Rangel launched his political career by defeating legendary Harlem lawmaker Adam Clayton Powell Jr in 1970. He went on to become one of the most prominent Black politicians in the country, serving from 1971 until his retirement in 2017. Rangel was a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus and became the first African American to chair the powerful House Ways and Means Committee in 2007. Though he later stepped down from the post and was censured by the House in 2010 following ethics violations, Rangel remained a major force in Congress. He was also the last surviving member of New York's 'Gang of Four,' a group of influential Black political leaders that included former New York City mayor David Dinkins, Manhattan Borough president Percy Sutton, and state official Basil Paterson. House democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries called Rangel 'a patriot, hero, statesman, leader, trailblazer, change agent and champion for justice.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Known for his gravelly voice and fiery speeches, Rangel was a fierce advocate for Harlem and low-income communities. Former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton once said Rangel encouraged her to run for the US Senate in 2000. Former US President Bill Clinton also praised Rangel for his work on expanding tax credits for businesses in struggling neighborhoods. In 1987, Congress passed the 'Rangel Amendment,' cutting tax breaks for US firms investing in apartheid-era South Africa.
Observer
26-05-2025
- Business
- Observer
Former longtime US House lawmaker dies
Former US Representative Charles Rangel, a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus and chair of the powerful tax-writing House Ways and Means Committee, died on Monday, New York lawmakers said. Rangel, 94, an African American who had been the face of Harlem politics for decades and an influential lawmaker, stepped down from Congress in 2016 after more than 45 years in office. The Democratic lawmaker was a key player in efforts to help President Barack Obama pass legislation in 2010 to revamp US healthcare and make other major tax changes. Congress in 1987 approved the "Rangel Amendment" that he championed to revise the US tax code to bar foreign tax credits for US companies that invested in apartheid-era South Africa. Rangel was one of the key lawmakers who wrote legislation in 2000 to normalise trade relations with China and pushed for years to lift the US trade ban on Cuba. - Reuters
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Former longtime US House lawmaker Charles Rangel dies at 94
By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Former U.S. Representative Charles Rangel, a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus and chair of the powerful tax-writing House Ways and Means Committee, died on Monday, New York lawmakers said. Rangel, 94, an African American who had been the face of Harlem politics for decades and an influential lawmaker, stepped down from Congress in 2016 after more than 45 years in office. The Democratic lawmaker was a key player in efforts to help President Barack Obama pass legislation in 2010 to revamp U.S. healthcare and make other major tax changes. Congress in 1987 approved the "Rangel Amendment" that he championed to revise the U.S. tax code to bar foreign tax credits for U.S. companies that invested in apartheid-era South Africa. Rangel was one of the key lawmakers who wrote legislation in 2000 to normalize trade relations with China and pushed for years to lift the U.S. trade ban on Cuba. Rangel in 2010 was censured by the House after failing to pay taxes on rent he earned from a property in the Dominican Republic and misusing his office to secure fundraising. He was forced to step down as chair of the Ways and Means Committee. Rangel dropped out of high school to work at age 16 and was later wounded in U.S. Army service during the Korean War. He later graduated from New York University and received a law degree from St. John's University Law School. He began his congressional career in 1971 after defeating Adam Clayton Powell Jr., and was the 10th longest-serving U.S. House member in history. Rangel helped steer billions of dollars in federal spending to New York. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer of New York said on Monday Rangel was "someone who never stopped fighting for his constituents and the best of America." Last week, Democratic U.S. Representative Gerald Connolly died at age 75 following his cancer diagnosis. Six House Democrats have died in office since April 2024.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Who was Charles Rangel, the trailblazing New York politician who passed away at 94? How did he die?
Rangel was elected to Congress in 1970 after beating Rev. Adam Clayton Powell Jr., who was in trouble for using public money the wrong way. He worked for 46 years in Congress from 1971 to 2017, and stood up for the people of Harlem . In 2007, he became the first Black person to lead the House Ways and Means Committee, a powerful group in Congress. He was known as a war hero, history-making Congressman, and a longtime friend, according to a statement by City College of New York. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 나이들어 시력이 안좋거나 흐릿흐릿! 노안교정 선택아닌 필수입니다! 부산백내장노안 전문안과 더 알아보기 Undo Rangel served 23 terms and was called the most effective lawmaker in Congress. He sponsored 40 bills and was the main sponsor of President Obama's Affordable Care Act. Some of his major legislative works included, Caribbean basin initiative, empowerment zone program, Live Events tax credit, affordable care act, low income housing tax credit, American recovery and reinvestment act (2009), earned income, work opportunity tax credit, and Africa growth and opportunity act. 'Rangel Amendment', helped end Apartheid in South Africa. Former Gov. David Paterson said Rangel and the 'Gang of Four' made big plans to improve Harlem and New York State, and called Rangel's public service legendary, as per reports. Rangel was hailed as a "true American" by Mayor Eric Adams, the current controversial mayor of New York Rangel was defined as a patriot and an agent of change by Rep. Hakeem Jefferies, who also hailed him a transformational force. Born on June 11, 1930, Range is from New York City. His dad left when he was 6, and his mom did tough jobs to raise him. At the age of 16 he left school and joined the Army in 1948. He saved the lives of 40 soldiers during the Korean War and got awarded as well. After the war, he finished school, worked as a bellhop, and later became a lawyer. He started in the New York State Assembly and then joined Congress. He took part in President Nixon's impeachment hearings and helped the Congressional Black Caucus. People knew him for being bold and honest. He was called a lion of Harlem and an activist by none other than Rev. Al Sharpton. They marched together and even painted over drug houses. Rangel met his wife Alma in the 1950s. She died in 2024. He is survived by two children, Steven and Alicia, and grandchildren. City College of New York announced the news of his death on Memorial day . The cause of death was not mentioned. FAQs Q1. Who is Charlie Rangel Former Congressman from Harlem and a Black rights hero. Q2. Was Rangel present during Nixon's impeachment? Yes, he was present during the proceedings of President Nixon in Congress.
