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Rep. Don Young, longest-serving member of Congress, dies at 88

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Don Young was the longest-serving current member of Congress. His office announced his death in a statement Friday night. A cause of death was not provided. Young was known for his brusque style and for his off-color comments and gaffes. He was elected to the U.S. House in 1973 and served until 2022.

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The Guardian

‘Champion for Alaska’: Don Young, longest-serving House Republican, dies at 88

Republican known for brusque style said he’d had more than 75 bills signed by a president and he was happy every time he could help a constituent

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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Reuters

Longest-serving U.S. congressman, Alaska's Don Young, dies at 88

U.S. Republican Representative Don Young, who was first elected to Congress in 1973 and was its longest-serving current member, died on Friday, his office said in a statement.

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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The Independent

Alaska congressman Don Young dies at 88

‘His absence will leave Congress less colourful and less punctual’

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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Associated Press News

Rep. Don Young, longtime Alaska congressman, dies at 88

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Alaska Rep. Don Young, who was the longest-serving Republican in the history of the U.S. House, has died. He was 88. His office announced Young's death in a statement Friday night.

2 years ago·United States

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