Elissa Slotkin

Democrat junior Senator of Michigan

Representative
Michigan, district 8
January 3, 2019 - January 3, 2021
Representative
Michigan, district 8
January 3, 2021 - January 3, 2023
Representative
Michigan, district 7
January 3, 2023 - January 3, 2025
Senator
Michigan
January 3, 2025 - January 3, 2031

202-224-4822

@RepSlotkin

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July 10, 1976 (48 years old)

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Serving as a U.S. representative since 2019, initially for Michigan’s 8th congressional district and, following redistricting, for the 7th district from 2023.
Before her political career, worked as a CIA analyst and held various roles within the Department of Defense, including acting assistant secretary of defense for international security affairs.
Announced candidacy for the U.S. Senate in the 2024 election.
Born and raised in Michigan, with early education at Cranbrook Kingswood School and higher education degrees from Cornell University and Columbia University.
Fluent in Arabic and Swahili, served three tours in Iraq as a CIA analyst.
Motivated to enter politics after witnessing legislative actions on healthcare; won her first congressional seat by defeating a two-term Republican incumbent.
Has held town halls to discuss significant votes, such as those on impeachment, and adapted campaign strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Described as a moderate to conservative Democrat, ranked among the most bipartisan members of the House.
Co-sponsored legislation on various issues including campaign finance reform, criminal justice, economic policy, and gun policy.
Supports the Affordable Care Act and has advocated for allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices.
Voted in favor of impeachment inquiries and proceedings against President Donald Trump.
Received a 100% rating from the Human Rights Campaign’s Congressional Scorecard for support for equality.
Personal life includes a marriage to a retired Army colonel, which ended in divorce in 2023.