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Barney Frank, trailblazing lawmaker, dies at 86

Former Massachusetts lawmaker Barney Frank has died at 86. Caitlin Huey-Burns breaks down his impact in American politics.

Published May 20, 2026, 4:18 PM

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Barney Frank, trailblazing lawmaker, dies at 86

Former Massachusetts lawmaker Barney Frank has died at 86. Caitlin Huey-Burns breaks down his impact in American politics.

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Barney Frank, trailblazing lawmaker, dies at 86

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