Goshen, N.Y. – Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus released the following statement on Sunday morning after the passing of Senator John McCain (R-Arizona).

“I was saddened to hear that Senator John McCain has lost his courageous battle with brain cancer,” Neuhaus said. “Senator McCain lived his life with bravery and integrity and certainly was a role-model to me. He will always be remembered for his decorated career in the U.S. Navy and for being a true American Patriot.”

For more information, contact Justin Rodriguez, Assistant to the County Executive for Communications and Media Relations at 845.291.3255 or jrodriguez@orangecountygov.com.

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