June 7, 2026

Bob Packwood, Former U.S. Senator, Dies at 93 Amid Legacy of Advocacy and Scandal

Bob Packwood, a former U.S. Senator from Oregon, died at 93 in a Southern California care facility, as confirmed by his family.
He resigned in 1995 after the Senate Ethics Committee voted to expel him for sexual and official misconduct, following allegations from 19 women.
Packwood was known for his advocacy for abortion rights and tax reform, but his legacy is overshadowed by the scandal surrounding his resignation.