For Immediate Release: 
June 15, 2025

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Congresswoman Maxine Waters Attends Charles B. Rangel Funeral 

Los Angeles, CA – Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the Financial Services Committee, issued the following statement in response to the passing and funeral of Congressman Charles B. Rangel, one of the longest-serving Members of Congress in American history.

“This weekend, the country lays to rest a true giant, Congressman Charles B. Rangel. I offer my deepest condolences to his two children, Steven and Alicia, his grandchildren, and all those who loved him. Charles was a colleague, friend, and one of the most profound legislators this country has ever seen. He was one of the founding Members of the Congressional Black Caucus. The Congressional Black Caucus advocates for policy and legislation that ensures equal rights, opportunity, and access for Black Americans and other marginalized communities in America.

Rangel combined his leadership with some of the most outstanding leaders of his generation - David Dinkins, Basil Paterson, and Percy Sutton - to form The Gang of Four, also known as the Harlem Clubhouse. This powerful coalition of Black men shaped political power, supported civic institutions, media outlets, and economic development in Harlem, provided backing for minority-owned businesses, and advocated for fair housing, labor rights, and equitable education.

Rangel’s life of service, exemplary leadership, and legislative prowess are forever etched in our nation’s history. He was truly a national treasure and will be dearly missed”.

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