AJC Mourns Death of Former Rep. Eliot Engel

American Jewish Committee mourns the passing of former Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee Eliot Engel, a recipient of AJC's Congressional Leadership Award and a steadfast friend of the Jewish people. A proud New Yorker who served 16 terms in Congress, he was a true partner in advancing democratic values, human rights, and the U.S.-Israel relationship.

May his memory be a blessing.

AJC CEO Ted Deutch, who served with Engel in the House, issued this statement:

"Serving alongside Eliot Engel was one of the great privileges of my time in Congress. Eliot combined deep moral clarity with an unwavering commitment to America's alliances, especially the U.S.-Israel relationship. He led the Foreign Affairs Committee with principle, steadiness, and a genuine respect for colleagues on both sides of the aisle. I was proud to call him not only a colleague, but a friend.

May his memory be a blessing."