Arizona Rep. Raúl Grijalva dies at age 77

Democratic U.S. Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva of Arizona died on Thursday at age 77 due to complications from cancer treatments. He had been absent from Congress while undergoing treatment in recent months. Grijalva served 12 terms and was a prominent advocate for environmental protection. He chaired the U.S. House Natural Resources Committee until earlier this year and announced plans to retire instead of seeking reelection in 2026. First elected in 2002, Grijalva focused on protecting endangered species and wilderness areas. He played a significant role in key environmental legislation during his tenure.