Longtime Texas Democratic Congresswoman Rep. Shelia Jackson Lee has passed away at the age of 74 after battling pancreatic cancer. Known affectionately as “Congresswoman” by her constituents, Lee served the 18th Congressional District of Texas for over 30 years. Lee announced her diagnosis in June and expressed confidence in her doctors’ treatment plan. Despite her illness, she remained committed to serving her constituents and fulfilling her duties in Congress. Throughout her career, Lee was a member of various committees, including the House judiciary, homeland security, and budget committees. In her statement announcing her diagnosis, Lee did not mention stepping down and expressed her determination to continue working with Congressional leadership. This story is still developing, and more details will be provided as they become available.
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