Jay Rockefeller has died. The politician from an influential family was 89 years old.

Jay Rockefeller, a prominent Democratic politician and former governor of West Virginia, has passed away. He was a descendant of oil magnate John D. Rockefeller and served in the Senate after his governorship. Throughout his career, he advocated for healthcare access, poverty reduction, and veterans' support. Rockefeller played a significant role in a 1997 program aiding uninsured children. He initially supported the Iraq War but later criticized it, claiming it was based on false premises. He also backed healthcare reform initiatives under Presidents Clinton and Obama. In 2013, he announced he would not seek re-election for a sixth Senate term.