West Virginia leaders honour Jay Rockefeller after death aged 89

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West Virginia leaders from both parties have paid tribute to former senator and governor Jay Rockefeller after his death at 89. Their statements described his long service to the state and the friendships he maintained across party lines.

Rockefeller, a Democrat from the prominent New York family, served in the US Senate for just under 30 years. Republican Senator Shelley Moore Capito recalled their friendship, while former senator Joe Manchin called him a mentor who helped guide his Senate career; Senator Jim Justice and Governor Patrick Morrisey also praised his contribution to West Virginia.

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In short

West Virginia leaders praised Rockefeller after his death at 89.
He served in the US Senate for nearly 30 years.
Tributes highlighted his mentorship and cross-party friendships.

How this story developed

40 minutes ago Further comments from Senator Jim Justice and Governor Patrick Morrisey praised Rockefeller’s service and lasting impact on the state.
49 minutes ago Former senator Joe Manchin added that Rockefeller mentored him during his 2012 Senate campaign, as tributes from politicians across party lines underscored the former senator’s influence in West Virginia.
2 hours ago Former US senator and West Virginia governor Jay Rockefeller has died aged 89, prompting tributes from state politicians who recalled his service and kindness; no cause of death was reported.