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Media Monitor: Barney Frank, Influential Congressman, Dies at 86

20 May 2026 9:59 a.m. · Source: Washington Post

The Washington Post is reporting the death of former Massachusetts Rep. Barney Frank at 86. He was known for leading a financial industry overhaul and being one of the first openly gay congressmen.

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