From CBS News
Charles Rangel, the longtime U.S. congressman from New York City and the last surviving member of the "Gang of Four," has died. He was 94.
Born in Harlem on June 11, 1930, Rangel was a Democratic member of the House of Representatives for 46 years after unseating the legendary Adam Clayton Powell Jr.
He was a Korean War veteran, the dean of the New York Congressional Delegation and a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus.
"A towering figure in American politics and a champion for justice, equity, and opportunity, Congressman Rangel dedicated over four decades of his life to public service," the Rangel family said in a statement announcing his death Monday. "Throughout his career, Congressman Rangel fought tirelessly for affordable housing, urban revitalization, fair tax policies, and equal opportunities for all Americans."
Rangel was pre-deceased by his wife, Alma. He is survived by his son, Steven Rangel, daughter Alicia Rangel Haughton, three grandsons, Howard R. Haughton, Joshua R. Haughton and Charles R. Haughton, the family said.
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