Concord, N.H. — Today, Rep. Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the following statement on the tragic passing of Congressman Chris Pappas’s (NH-01) 15-year-old nephew, Charlie:

“Brad and I, along with our entire staff, were heartbroken to learn that Chris Pappas’s nephew died on Sunday. We have reached out to support Chris and his family during this tragic time. The Pappas family is beloved by our entire federal delegation and by constituents across the Granite State. We urge respect for the family’s privacy and compassion for their loss in the coming days.”

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