Quick Info
| Profession | U.S. Senator, Retired NASA Astronaut, Retired U.S. Navy Combat Pilot |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 21/02/1964 |
| Age | 62 years |
| Birthplace | Orange, New Jersey, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Mark Kelly
Mark Kelly was reported to be approaching a campaign treasury of nearly $25 million across his federal accounts. The report also said his political operation had raised and distributed millions more to other Democratic candidates and committees, fueling speculation about a possible presidential bid.
Kelly said he would seriously consider running for president in 2028 during an interview as he clashed with the Trump administration over a video urging military personnel to refuse illegal orders. The remarks came amid escalating political and legal conflict between Kelly and federal officials.
A U.S. judge blocked the Trump administration from punishing Senator Mark Kelly by stripping his military retirement pension and rank. The ruling followed a lawsuit Kelly filed after the Pentagon moved against him over statements criticizing the president and the handling of military orders.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Mark Edward Kelly is an American politician and retired astronaut and naval officer serving as the senior United States Senator from Arizona since 2020. He flew four Space Shuttle missions and logged over 50 days in space, traveling more than 20 million miles. |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Bachelor's Degree | Marine Engineering and Nautical Science, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (1986) |
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| Master's Degree | Aeronautical Engineering, U.S. Naval Postgraduate School (1994) |
| Military Training | U.S. Navy Test Pilot School, Patuxent River, Maryland (1993-1994) |
Personal Life
| Residence | Tucson, Arizona |
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Relationships & More
| Spouse | Gabrielle Giffords (former U.S. Congresswoman from Arizona) |
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Family
| Identical Twin Brother | Scott Kelly (NASA Astronaut) |
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| Parents | Two police officers |
Career
| Military Service |
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| NASA Career |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Raised in West Orange, New Jersey | |
| 2. Became a naval aviator in December 1987 | |
| 3. Wife Gabby Giffords was shot and nearly killed in an assassination attempt in January 2011; Kelly decided to return to Space Shuttle training after her recovery | |
| 4. Commanded the final mission of Space Shuttle Endeavour (STS-134) in 2011 | |
| 5. Son of two police officers, which influenced his early commitment to public service |
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