Remembering Sasha Podkolzina

WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren released the following statement on the passing of her staffer, Alexandra "Sasha" Podkolzina:

I am very sad to announce that Alexandra Podkolzina, a valued member of my staff in California, passed away this morning, lifted up by the love of her husband Kyle who was by her side.

Sasha did marvelous work for many years in my San Jose office. A brilliant young lawyer, she worked diligently on problems presented to us by my constituents. She was able to achieve remarkable, even life-changing, results for many. I know that those whose life she touched while a member of my staff join us in mourning her loss.