Politicians who died on June 3

Take a focused look at the politicians who passed away on June 3. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1989 Ayatullah Ruhollah Khomeini

  Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini was a prominent Iranian Shia Muslim religious and political leader who led the Iranian Revolution in 1979,...

• 2013 Frank Lautenberg

  Long-serving United States Senator from New Jersey who was known for his progressive policies and advocacy for public health and...