Rep. Donald Payne Jr., D-N.J., has died at age 65 after several weeks of being hospitalized following "a physical accident at his home on April 6," his office confirmed in a statement Wednesday.
“During his treatment for this health issue, he faced medical complications due to diabetes and high blood pressure that led to subsequent cardiorespiratory arrest," the statement said. "Despite the dedicated efforts of the medical staff to treat him and improve his health, they were unable to prevent his passing unfortunately.”
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said in a statement that he and his wife were "deeply saddened" by Payne's death.
“With his signature bowtie, big heart, and tenacious spirit, Donald embodied the very best of public service," Murphy said. "As a former union worker and toll collector, he deeply understood the struggles our working families face, and he fought valiantly to serve their needs, every single day."
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