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Jay Rockefeller, US senator and healthcare advocate, dies at 89

John D. Rockefeller IV, a member of the prominent American family and former senator, has died at his home in Washington.

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At a glance

  • Rockefeller died at his home in Washington on Friday
  • He was a member of the prominent Rockefeller family
  • He served in the U.S. Senate and advocated for healthcare policy

John D. "Jay" Rockefeller IV, a member of one of America's most prominent and wealthy families, died on Friday at his residence in Washington. He was 89.

Rockefeller served in the U.S. Senate and was known as an advocate for healthcare policy during his time in office.

Why it matters

Rockefeller was a significant figure in American politics and a member of one of the nation's most influential families.

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