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Chuck Grassley Announces the Death of His Beloved Vacuum, Beth
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Senator Chuck Grassley’s longtime vacuum cleaner, Beth, a tan Hoover with a burgundy dust bag, has died after nearly five decades of service.
- Beth was believed to be 49 years old and stopped working due to an electrical problem, with visible damage to the cord connector from sparks.
- Grassley, 92 and the oldest senator, frequently shared photos of Beth on social media during holidays and family events, highlighting her reliability and importance in his household.
- He expressed sadness over Beth’s passing, recalling her 34 years of service at his home and 15 years prior at his mother-in-law’s house, calling her a “real workhorse.”
- The vacuum played a key role in holiday preparations, allowing Grassley to contribute to family festivities by handling the cleaning.
