Menendez on the Passing of Senator John McCain

NEWARK, N.J.. – U.S. Senator Bob Menendez released the following statement on the passing of Senator John McCain (R-Ariz.):

“I’m deeply saddened by the passing of my friend, colleague and American hero Senator John McCain. When I first came to the Senate, John was there to guide me, and one thing I quickly learned from him was that the Senate works better when we strive to put patriotism above partisanship. He was a man of principle and it was an honor to work with him on an array of legislative issues including immigration reform, foreign policy and national security.

“There will never be another Senator John McCain, but there’s no question in my mind that his legacy in the United States Senate will last for generations. I am keeping Cindy and the entire McCain family in my prayers through this difficult time.”