HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Elected officials in Houston shared their condolences to the passing of U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, who died on Friday at the age of 74.
On X, formerly known as Twitter, former Houston mayor Sylvester Turner released a statement on Lee’s death.
Please find my statement on the passing of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee: I am deeply saddened by the death of my dear friend and colleague, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. From City Hall to the Halls of Congress, Sheila Jackson Lee has served her constituents well. st… pic.twitter.com/uv5e8dabrH
— Sylvester Turner (@SylvesterTurner) July 20, 2024
Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis issued a statement on Lee’s passing.
My Statement on the Passing of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. pic.twitter.com/E43Mh67xDs
— Rodney Ellis (@RodneyEllis) July 20, 2024
District F Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas shared her condolences to the Houston lawmaker’s death.
Well done, thy good and faithful servant! There will never be another Sheila Jackson Lee.MY GOD 💔 https://t.co/0waoaJhqCj
— Tiffany D. Thomas (@TiffanyForAlief) July 20, 2024
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham reacted to Lee’s tragic death.
I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of U.S. Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee.My prayers are with her friends and loved ones during this difficult time. May God grant them peace and strength in the days ahead. https://t.co/Hc9aA7fARj
— Dawn Buckingham (@DrBuckinghamTX) July 20, 2024
Pete Buttigieg, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, shared his condolences for Lee’s passing.
Saddened to hear of the passing of Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee. She was an extraordinary advocate for her district and her values, and her impact and achievements will be long remembered.
— Secretary Pete Buttigieg (@SecretaryPete) July 20, 2024
Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee reacted to the congresswoman’s death.
Devastating. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee was a community hero, a mentor, and a friend. She cared about every single person in the communities she represented, and she was willing to stand up for them any time, any place. She embodied public service. (1/2) https://t.co/3A9N44hnc1
— Christian D. Menefee (@CDMenefee) July 20, 2024
The Harris County GOP released a statement on Lee’s death.
We are deeply saddened to hear that Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee has lost her battle with cancer.We are praying for her family, loved ones, and staff during this extraordinarily trying time. https://t.co/dO7lLxwYCk
— Harris County GOP (@HarrisCountyRP) July 20, 2024
Rep. Sylvia Garcia shared her condolences on Lee’s passing.
My Statement on the Passing of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. pic.twitter.com/Nfb0v4yCYY
— Rep. Sylvia Garcia (@RepSylviaGarcia) July 20, 2024
