Kendrick spent months with the ex-president on the campaign trail in support of Hillary Clinton's presidential bid.

The congressman said at the time that she was the Democratic candidate with the "perfect blend of leadership, talent and intellect to lead our nation in a new direction," according to a Clinton campaign press release. He added that it was his "honor" to endorse her to become the next president.

Meek also was a senior adviser to the campaign.

His ringing endorsement and campaign help was certainly not lost on Clinton's husband, a man known for cherishing loyalty among his ranks.