Donald Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress under 7 presidents, dies at 88
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Donald W. Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress for nearly three decades under seven presidents, has died, his family said Sunday. He was 88. Riegle, who began his career as a Republican and later became a Democrat, died Friday of cardiac arrest at his home in San Diego, according to a family statement. “The cornerstone of our family, Don was a kind, loving, courageous leader who taught us to stand up for justice, economic opportunity, and fairness for everyone,”...
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- Donald Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress under 7 presidents, dies at 88
Sun, 26 Apr 2026
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