Complications after a fall were the cause, according to a family statement obtained by the News.
For almost twenty-five years, the centrist served as the senator from Connecticut.
When Al Gore picked Mr. Lieberman as his running mate in 2000, he became the first Jewish politician to join a major-party US presidential ticket.
Mr. Gore expressed his “deep sadness” upon hearing of Mr. Lieberman’s demise.
Mr. Gore added in a statement, “It was an honor to stand side-by-side with him on the campaign trail.” “I’ll remain forever grateful for his tireless efforts to build a better future for America.”
From 1989 until 2013, the seasoned politician represented Connecticut as a US senator. As a formidable lawmaker, his backing was highly valued in Washington.
In a statement, his family said, “Senator Lieberman’s love of God, his family, and America endured throughout his life of service in the public interest.”
A longtime Democrat, he left the party on a number of occasions, most notably when it came to opposing the Iraq War. As an independent, he was elected to his last term in office in 2006.
