Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) Democrat Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly, 75, on Monday morning announced he is retiring from Congress and will step down as the ranking member of the Oversight Committee due to a cancer diagnosis. In November Connolly announced he was diagnosed with cancer of the esophagus. On Monday Connolly said the “sun is setting” on his time in Congress because his cancer has returned. The Hill noted that the Oversight ranking member seat must be filled within 30 days. Full statement from Connolly: I want to begin by thanking you for your good wishes and compassion as I continue to tackle my diagnosis. Your outpouring of love and support has given me strength in my fights – both against cancer and in our…
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