Fox News reporter Jacqui Heinrich weds GOP Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick in lavish NYC ceremony

Fox News senior White House correspondent Jacqui Heinrich and Rep.Brian Fitzpatrick tied the knot Saturday in a lavish New York City wedding that blended family traditions, political star power and a nod to the couple’s shared roots.Heinrich, 37, and Fitzpatrick, 52, exchanged vows during a full Catholic Mass at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral before celebrating with more than 300 guests aboard a yacht cruising New York Harbor.The ceremony, officiated by Cardinal Timothy Dolan, reflected the couple’s desire to honor the families and traditions that shaped them.“More than anything, we wanted the day to reflect the people and traditions that have shaped our lives,” the newlyweds told People.New York held special significance for the pair.The city was Heinrich’s first assignment as a network news reporter and Fitzpatrick’s first posting as an FBI agent.

Both also trace family histories back to immigrant ancestors who arrived in New York generations ago.Fitzpatrick’s parents are New Yorkers whose own parents emigrated from Ireland through Ellis Island, while Heinrich’s great-grandparents settled in the city after arriving from Hungary.Their reception was held aboard the Horizon’s “Edge Yacht,” a tribute to Heinrich’s parents, who were married aboard Boston’s “Spirit of Boston” cruise ship.They also selected an Irish tune written by Fitzpatrick’s great-uncle as their cake-cutting song.His great-uncle, an NYPD officer, was killed in the line of duty.The wedding drew a guest list of 302 family members, friends and political figures.Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and former Sen.Joe Manchin delivered toasts during the reception as guests dined on a choice of Atlantic salmon, French-cut chicken breast or black angus short ribs.A 10-piece brass band provided the soundtrack for a nighttime cruise past the Statue of Liberty.Heinrich wore a custom-designed Galia Lahav gown that transformed throughout the celebration.The dress featured a corseted...