Jared Huffman

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Jared Huffman

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth February 18, 1964 (Age: 62)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Jared Huffman holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a law degree from Boston College. He has a background in consumer law and public interest cases, including a notable victory requiring California State University campuses to comply with Title IX. Huffman has served as a senior attorney for the Natural Resources Defense Council and held leadership roles in local water district governance. His professional expertise spans across legal advocacy, public service, and environmental policy.

Political Ideas

Jared Huffman's political identity is marked by a unique blend of environmental advocacy and progressive policymaking, underscored by his commitment to science-based climate action. His legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Huffman's rhetorical style is grounded in moral values and reason, as evidenced by his vocal stance against Donald Trump's policies and his advocacy for impeachment. His humanist beliefs further distinguish him, making him the only U.S. House member openly identifying as a secular humanist.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

California House of Representatives 2nd District

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Colby Smart , Robin Littau

California House of Representatives 2nd District Nonpartisan Primary

136,136 votes (56.20%)

Win
2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California 2nd District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

272,883 votes (71.90%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Natural Resources
Transportation and Infrastructure
2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 California's 2nd congressional district election

229,720 votes (74.40%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 2nd congressional district election, 2020

294,435 votes (75.70%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 2nd congressional district election, 2018

243,081 votes (77.00%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 2nd congressional district election, 2016

254,194 votes (76.90%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 2nd congressional district election, 2014

163,124 votes (75.00%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2012 California's 2nd congressional district election

226,216 votes (71.20%)

Win