Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert Dies at 84
Former US House Speaker Dennis Hastert has died at his Illinois home at age 84 from natural causes. He served as the longest-ruling Republican speaker in history.
Former United States House Speaker Dennis Hastert died at age 84 at his Illinois home over the weekend from natural causes. Kendall County Coroner Jacquie Purcell confirmed the death on October 5. Hastert served as the 59th House speaker and was the longest-serving Republican speaker in history.
Hastert held office for 20 years in Congress and eight years as speaker before retiring in January 2007. He entered the speakership in 1999 following the resignation of Newt Gingrich. Prior to his political career, Hastert worked as a high school teacher and wrestling coach in Illinois.
