Kay Granger, trailblazing Texas congresswoman, dead at 83

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First Republican woman to lead House Appropriations Committee — Her legacy may inspire more women to pursue leadership roles in Congress.
Long-standing voice for conservative priorities — Vacancies on key committees could shift policy debates towards more moderate positions. Fique de olho:
The absence of Granger, a strong advocate for defense spending, might lead to reevaluating defense budget allocations.

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Former House Appropriations Chairwoman Kay Granger, the first Republican woman to lead the powerful spending committee, has died at the age of 83. Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., announced her death in a Sunday night post on X, calling her a “dear friend who will be greatly missed.

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