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Former US Congressman Barney Frank Dies at 86

Barney Frank, a former US Congressman from Massachusetts and one of the first openly gay members of Congress, has died at the age of 86. Tributes poured in from lawmakers and family, reflecting on his significant political career and personal life.

20 May, 13:54 — 20 May, 22:11
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APVery High19h ago

Barney Frank, a liberal congressman and trailblazer for gay rights, dies. He was 86 - AP News

Barney Frank, a liberal congressman and trailblazer for gay rights, dies. He was 86  AP News

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BBCHigh18h ago

Barney Frank: One of the first openly gay US congressmen dies aged 86

After a decades-long career in Congress, he spent his final weeks at his home in Maine living in hospice.

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NYTMostly Factual19h ago

Barney Frank, Gay Pioneer and Liberal Stalwart in Congress, Dies at 86

Often voted the “brainiest,” “funniest” and “most eloquent” member of the House, he was also the first to come out voluntarily and helped normalize being openly gay in public office.

By Katharine Q. Seelye

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wsjHigh19h ago

Barney Frank, Influential Lawmaker and Dodd-Frank Architect, Dies at 86 - WSJ

Barney Frank, Influential Lawmaker and Dodd-Frank Architect, Dies at 86  WSJ

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FTVery High19h ago

Barney Frank, US congressman, 1940-2026

First openly gay member of Congress led landmark banking reforms in wake of the financial crisis

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wapoMostly Factual20h ago

Barney Frank, influential congressman and gay rights hero, dies at 86

The Massachusetts Democrat led a sweeping overhaul of the financial industry and was one of the first openly gay members of Congress.

By Emily Langer

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The GuardianMostly Factual19h ago

Former US representative Barney Frank dies aged 86

Family says Massachusetts Democrat entered hospice care last month, dealing with congestive heart failure US politics live – latest updates Barney Frank, a former US representative and Democrat of Massachusetts, died on Tuesday night, his family has told NBC10 in Boston. He was 86. “He was, above all else, a wonderful brother. I was lucky to be his sister,” Doris Breay, Frank’s sister, told the outlet on Wednesday morning. Continue reading...

By Anna Betts

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NPRHigh19h ago

Barney Frank, former congressman and gay-rights pioneer, dies at 86

The former congressman was politically engaged until the end. As GBH reports, Even in hospice, Frank was actively working to spread the message of his forthcoming book, "The Hard Path to Unity: Why We Must Reform the Left to Rescue Democracy."

By The NPR Network

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CNNMostly Factual17h ago

Former Massachusetts lawmaker Barney Frank dies at 86 - CNN

Former Massachusetts lawmaker Barney Frank dies at 86  CNN

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Fox NewsMixed19h ago

Fmr Dem Rep Barney Frank, sharp-tongued liberal trailblazer, Dodd-Frank co-author dies

Barney Frank, the liberal Massachusetts congressman behind the Dodd-Frank financial reform law and a gay rights pioneer, has died at age 86.

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cnbcMostly Factual19h ago

Barney Frank, architect of landmark Wall Street reforms, dies at 86

Frank spearheaded legislation that tightened banking regulations and consumer protections to avoid a repeat of the 2007 financial crash and Great Recession.

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The IndependentMostly Factual19h ago

Barney Frank dead at 86: Liberal congressman and gay rights trailblazer dies after health battle

He gave a final interview just weeks before his death

By Steven Sloan

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YahooMostly Factual15h ago

Barney Frank, former Massachusetts congressman, dies at 86

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual17h ago

Barney Frank death: Lawmakers and family react, say ‘world is poorer place without him’

Former Rep. Barney Frank, 86, passed away, prompting tributes from lawmakers and family.

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jerusalem-postMostly Factual11h ago

Barney Frank’s final warning on Israel: cut aid to Netanyahu if he ignores Palestinian suffering

Late Congressman Barney Frank urged Democrats to leverage Netanyahu, warning that US support for Israel should depend on the Israeli PM relieving Palestinian suffering.

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seeking-alphaMixed19h ago

Former U.S. Rep. Barney Frank, architect of post-crisis bank reforms, dies at 86

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tmzMixed19h ago

Barney Frank, Trailblazing Gay Politician, Dead at 86

Barney Frank, the trailblazing congressman who advocated for LGBTQ+ rights in Congress after he came out as gay while in office, has died, according to NBC News Boston. The career politician of 32 years from Massachusetts died in hospice care at…

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wapo20 May, 13:54First to report

Barney Frank, influential congressman and gay rights hero, dies at 86

NYT20 May, 13:59

Barney Frank, Gay Pioneer and Liberal Stalwart in Congress, Dies at 86

tmz20 May, 14:01

Barney Frank, Trailblazing Gay Politician, Dead at 86

AP20 May, 14:03

Barney Frank, a liberal congressman and trailblazer for gay rights, dies. He was 86 - AP News

Fox News20 May, 14:06

Fmr Dem Rep Barney Frank, sharp-tongued liberal trailblazer, Dodd-Frank co-author dies

The Guardian20 May, 14:09

Former US representative Barney Frank dies aged 86

wsj20 May, 14:19

Barney Frank, Influential Lawmaker and Dodd-Frank Architect, Dies at 86 - WSJ

The Independent20 May, 14:19

Barney Frank dead at 86: Liberal congressman and gay rights trailblazer dies after health battle

seeking-alpha20 May, 14:26

Former U.S. Rep. Barney Frank, architect of post-crisis bank reforms, dies at 86

cnbc20 May, 14:29

Barney Frank, architect of landmark Wall Street reforms, dies at 86

FT20 May, 14:42

Barney Frank, US congressman, 1940-2026

NPR20 May, 14:53

Barney Frank, former congressman and gay-rights pioneer, dies at 86

BBC20 May, 15:33

Barney Frank: One of the first openly gay US congressmen dies aged 86

hindustan-times20 May, 16:20

Barney Frank death: Lawmakers and family react, say ‘world is poorer place without him’

CNN20 May, 16:30

Former Massachusetts lawmaker Barney Frank dies at 86 - CNN

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Yahoo20 May, 18:25

Barney Frank, former Massachusetts congressman, dies at 86

delo20 May, 18:46

Umrl je legendarni kongresnik Barney Frank

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jerusalem-post20 May, 22:11Latest update

Barney Frank’s final warning on Israel: cut aid to Netanyahu if he ignores Palestinian suffering