Rep. Lujan Grisham Statement on the Passing of Senator John S. McCain III

Statement

Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM-01) released the following statement on the passing of U.S. Senator John S. McCain III:

"Senator John McCain, an American hero and maverick of the Senate, made service to country the cause of his life. He strived to live up to America's highest ideals and in doing so served as an example to all Americans. His love for our nation, its promise, and its place as a force for good drove him to put country over politics.

"Senator McCain will be remembered as a heroic soldier, a grand statesman, a true gentleman, and a loving father and husband. I thank him for his service to our nation and for inspiring generations of lawmakers to live out America's deepest values and principles.

"My deepest sympathies go out to his family, loved ones, and staff. I hope his family and those closest to him find comfort knowing that a grateful nation mourns with them."

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