Arizona Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva dies at 77

Democratic U.S. Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva of Arizona has died at 77 from complications related to cancer treatment. He served 12 terms in Congress and was known for his work on environmental protection. Grijalva chaired the U.S. House Natural Resources Committee and was a prominent advocate for issues like endangered species and wilderness protections. He announced plans to retire in 2026 earlier this year. He had been absent from Congress recently due to his health. Grijalva was first elected in 2002 and was a key figure in the Congressional Progressive Caucus.