Funeral plans have not yet been announced for long-time U-S Congressman John Conyers of Detroit.
He died at the age of 90.
His career had spanned more than 50 years and 27 terms in office.
He once explained why he was willing to stay in office so long by saying, “I enjoy my job. It’s that simple.”
He resigned his congressional seat in 2018 amidst claims of sexual harassment.
Words of remembrance continue to pour in from Democratic office-holders.
Conyers resigned his congressional seat in 2018 amidst claims of sexual harassment.