U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California has died at the age of 90. Three people familiar with the situation confirmed her death to The Associated Press on Friday.
Feinstein was the oldest sitting U.S. senator.
Feinstein was a passionate advocate for liberal priorities, including environmental protection, reproductive rights, and gun control. She was also known as a pragmatic lawmaker who was willing to work with Republicans to find common ground.
Senator Marco Rubio of Florida said in a statement, “Senator Feinstein was a political pioneer with a historic career of public service. Intelligent, hard-working & always treated everyone with courtesy & respect. May God grant her eternal rest.”
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Some of Feinstein’s most notable accomplishments include:
- Authoring the 1994 Federal Assault Weapons Ban
- Chairing the Senate Intelligence Committee during the 9/11 attacks and the Iraq War
- Playing a key role in passing the Violence Against Women Act and the Affordable Care Act
- Advocating for the protection of California’s natural resources, including the Mojave Desert, Lake Tahoe, and California’s forests
In addition to her legislative accomplishments, Feinstein was also a strong advocate for women’s rights and LGBTQ rights. She was a role model for many women and girls, and she helped to pave the way for more women to enter politics.
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