Former U.S. Representative Eliot Engel Passes Away at 79, Leaving Legacy in Foreign Affairs
Eliot Engel, a former U.S. Representative from New York and a prominent figure in foreign affairs, has died at the age of 79 due to complications from Parkinson's disease. Engel served in Congress for over three decades, beginning his tenure in 1988 after defeating a long-term incumbent. He was known for his strong support of Israel and his advocacy for military intervention in Kosovo during the 1990s. Engel chaired the House Foreign Affairs Committee and played a significant role in President Trump's first impeachment inquiry. His career was marked by efforts to address international issues, including the Harkin–Engel Protocol aimed at eliminating child labor in West African cocoa farms. 
