Today, Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D | Los Angeles County) issued the following statement on the passing of Congressman Mark Takai.
“My wife Betty and I are deeply saddened by the passing away of our friend Mark Takai. It was an honor and joy to serve with Mark in Congress and to experience our freshman term together. Mark was a veteran, a patriot, and a tremendous public servant. Most of all, he was a loving husband to his wife Sami and a devoted father to their children. We will miss you Mark.” said Lieu.
Congressman Ted W. Lieu serves on the House Committees on the Budget and Oversight & Government Reform. He is also the Democratic Freshman Class President and a Colonel in the Air Force Reserves. For more information, visit lieu.house.gov