An ex-congressman from California who reached across the aisle has died

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Victor Fazio, a Democratic congressman from California who served for 20 years and rose to become an influential party leader in the House, has died. He was 79.

Fazio's death was announced Wednesday by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, although her office didn't provide details.

Pelosi called Fazio a close friend who "was a force in helping unite and rally our members in the fight for America's families."