Gerry Connolly, a long-serving Democratic representative from Virginia, has passed away at the age of 75 following a battle with esophageal cancer. His family confirmed the news, expressing immense sadness over the loss of a dedicated public servant and a fixture in Virginia politics. Connolly, who was a prominent member of the House Oversight Committee, had recently announced that he would not seek reelection due to his health struggles. His contributions to protecting the federal workforce and serving Northern Virginia will be remembered as part of his enduring legacy.