Former U.S. Rep. Lee Hamilton, Key Figure in U.S. Foreign Affairs, Passes Away at 94
Former U.S. Representative Lee Hamilton, a prominent Indiana Democrat known for his significant role in U.S. foreign affairs, has died at the age of 94. Hamilton, who served in Congress for over three decades, was a respected figure across party lines, known for his moderate stance and leadership in foreign policy. He played a crucial role in overseeing investigations into major events such as the Iran-Contra affair and the September 11 attacks. Hamilton passed away peacefully at his home in Bloomington, Indiana. His career was marked by his opposition to the 1991 Persian Gulf War and his advocacy for economic sanctions over military action. After retiring from Congress in 1999, Hamilton continued to influence foreign affairs and congressional reform as the director of the Woodrow Wilson Center and as a faculty member at Indiana University. 
