- Record: House Floor
- Section type: Floor speeches
- Chamber: House
- Date: April 20, 2026
- Congress: 119th Congress
- Why this source matters: This section came from the House floor portion of the record.
Mr. NADLER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute.)
Mr. NADLER. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise today, alongside my colleagues in the New York delegation, to mourn the loss of our dear friend and former colleague, Eliot Engel.
three decades in Congress, Eliot was a tireless champion for the people of the Bronx, Westchester, and Rockland County.
- lives of countless people in the United States and across the world.
such issues as healthcare, energy, and consumer protection. Yet, Eliot had perhaps his greatest impact as chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee, which he led with integrity and experience, lending strength and credibility to America's role in the world.
- protecting the people of Kosovo and combating child labor.
Most of all, he will be remembered as an unwavering friend to Israel. As the Congressional Jewish Caucus noted upon his passing, Eliot Engel “is among the pantheon of champions of our people who have served with distinction in the Halls of Congress.”
- lives on through the issues he fought for and the lives he touched.
Our thoughts are with his wife, Pat, and all of his loved ones. May his memory be a blessing.
Mr. Speaker, I ask that all Members and staff rise for a moment of silence in remembrance of Chairman Eliot Engel.