Breaking news: Gerald Connolly, top Democrat on House oversight committee, dies

He was 75. He had announced in April that he would not seek re-election.

View in browser May 21, 2025, 9:59 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images Gerald Connolly, Top Democrat on House Oversight Committee, Dies at 75 The nine-term congressman from Virginia announced last year that he was being treated for cancer of the esophagus. Read more If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018