Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly died Wednesday morning following a battle with esophageal cancer, his family announced. He was 75. Connolly had been the top Democrat on the powerful House Oversight Committee up until last month after edging out Rep.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R), who according to Virginia law can call a special election to fill the congressional vacancy, did not share a timeline for the election.

The long-time representative from Northern Virginia has died at 75 following a battle with cancer. He is being remembered for his advocacy of federal workers and the contractor community as well as championing initiatives to improve how the government buys goods and services.

Eight elected officials from Fairfax have voiced support for one of the three Democrats running for the 11th District seat in Congress.