Raúl M Grijalva
Raúl M Grijalva was a Democratic US representative from Arizona who served twelve terms in Congress, where he was a prominent advocate for environmental protection and social justice. Born to a Mexican immigrant family, Grijalva was first elected in 2002 and became known for his leadership in the Congressional Progressive Caucus. He played a critical role in legislative efforts to safeguard natural resources, including the Grand Canyon, and was instrumental in passing significant environmental laws during the Obama administration. Grijalva recently passed away at the age of 77 due to complications from cancer treatments.
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Raúl M Grijalva was the late father of Adelita Grijalva.
Senators press Mike Johnson to swear in Democrat who could force Epstein vote | House of Representatives
United Kingdom· 2025-10-09
The late Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva, a Democrat from Arizona, served for more than two decades in the House of Representatives.
Arizona Republicans nominate candidate for Rep. Grijalva's vacant seat
United States· 2025-07-16
Representative Raul M. Grijalva, a former political radical who became a Democratic stalwart of Arizona’s congressional delegation, died on Thursday in Tucson.
Rep. Raul M. Grijalva of Arizona, a Democratic Progressive in the House, Dies at 77United States· 2025-03-14Raúl M Grijalva was a Democratic US representative from Arizona who championed environmental protection during his 12 terms in Congress.
Democratic congressman Raúl Grijalva dies aged 77 | DemocratsUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-14
