Republican Senator Issues Eulogy For Vacuum: 'I Will Miss You'
Senator Chuck Grassley mourned Beth, his family’s 49-year-old vacuum, after electrical sparks forced its retirement.
Senator Chuck Grassley mourns the passing of his long-time household companion, a vacuum cleaner named Beth. The Iowa lawmaker revealed the decision on social media, expressing his sadness at the appliance's imminent retirement due to electrical cord issues. Beth, originally named after one of Grassley's former staffers, had served the family for 49 years, spending 34 years in his home.
The vacuum's longevity and reliability were well-known, with Grassley calling it a "real workhorse" and "OLD FAITHFUL." Fellow lawmakers and officials expressed their condolences, with some joking about the vacuum's enduring quality. Grassley, the longest-serving senator in Iowa's history, currently holds key leadership positions in the Senate.
Written by urgent.news from Newsweek's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
