Barney Frank, Massachusetts congressman for 32 years, dies at 86
Barney Frank, a prominent Massachusetts congressman, has passed away at the age of 86. He served in Congress for 32 years and was known for his outspoken nature and significant contributions to financial reform. Frank's legacy includes both his political achievements and the personal challenges he faced during his career.
- ▪Barney Frank died at the age of 86 after being in hospice care for congestive heart failure.
- ▪He represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, from 1981 to 2013.
- ▪Frank was a key figure in financial reform, co-sponsoring the Dodd-Frank Act after the 2008 housing crash.
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Local News Barney Frank, Massachusetts congressman for 32 years, dies at 86 By Jon Keller Jon Keller Jon Keller is the political analyst for WBZ-TV News. His "Keller @ Large" reports on a wide range of topics are regularly featured during WBZ News at 5 and 6 p.m. Read Full Bio Jon Keller Updated on: May 20, 2026 / 10:06 AM EDT / CBS Boston Add CBS News on Google Barney Frank, an outspoken Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died, the Associated Press reported, citing his former campaign manager and close friend.
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