Elizabeth Warren

Democrat senior Senator of Massachusetts

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January 1, 1949 (76 years old)

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Born and raised in Oklahoma, graduate of the University of Houston and Rutgers Law School
Taught law at several universities, including the University of Houston, the University of Texas at Austin, the University of Pennsylvania, and Harvard University
Known for work in commercial and bankruptcy law before entering politics
Authored 12 books and over 100 articles
Early political involvement included opposing a 2005 act restricting bankruptcy access for individuals
Gained national profile advocating for stringent banking regulations after the 2007–2008 financial crisis
Served as chair of the Congressional Oversight Panel for the Troubled Asset Relief Program and was a key figure in the establishment of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau under President Barack Obama
Became the first female U.S. Senator from Massachusetts in 2012, re-elected in 2018
Ran for the Democratic nomination in the 2020 presidential election, finishing third
Described as having made a “180-degree turn” from being a “diehard conservative” in high school to a progressive political stance
Advocates for consumer protection, equitable economic opportunity, and the social safety net
Has been involved in significant legislative and oversight activities related to banking and finance, consumer protection, and economic policy
Known for her detailed policy proposals during her presidential campaign, including plans for a wealth tax, reducing student loan debt, and addressing agricultural monopolies