Quick Info
| Profession | Politician, lawyer, law professor |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 13/12/1962 |
| Age | 63 years |
| Birthplace | Washington, D.C., United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Latest News about Jamie Raskin
Raskin, as Judiciary Committee Ranking Member, joined Intelligence Committee Ranking Member Jim Himes in urging FBI Director Kash Patel to cancel a reported trip to Russia planned for November. They cited national security concerns about FBI cooperation with Russian and Chinese law enforcement.
Raskin introduced legislation directing the Smithsonian to preserve and display artifacts, such as banners and signage, that he says reflect the growth of governmental propaganda under President Trump. Observers expect the bill to stall in the Republican-controlled Congress.
Raskin and Representative George Whitesides asked the Government Accountability Office to investigate taxpayer-funded television spots that promote President Trump ahead of the midterm elections. Raskin argued the ads are an illegal use of taxpayer funds, noting one video closely resembles an ad Trump ran in 2024.
Jamie Raskin was elected as the Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Judiciary for the 119th Congress, assuming leadership of the committee after Republicans regained the majority in the House. This role positions him as the top Democrat overseeing key legislative and investigative matters related to the judiciary.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Jamin Ben Raskin |
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| Known As | Jamie Raskin |
| Political Party | Democratic |
| Current Role | U.S. Representative for Maryland's 8th congressional district; Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Judiciary |
| Years Active | 2017-present |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Bachelor's Degree | Harvard College |
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| Degree Year | 1983 |
| Law Degree | Harvard Law School |
| Law Degree Year | 1987 |
Family
| Spouse | Sarah Bloom Raskin |
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Career
| U.S. House of Representatives | Representative for Maryland's 8th congressional district since 2017 |
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| Academic Career | Professor of Law Emeritus at American University Washington College of Law |
| Maryland State Senate | Served as a three-term state senator and Senate Majority Whip |
| Judiciary Committee Role | Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Judiciary in the 119th Congress |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He has taught constitutional law, the First Amendment, and legislative process for more than 25 years. | |
| 2. He is the Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Judiciary in the 119th Congress. | |
| 3. He has authored books including Overruling Democracy and We the Students. |
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