Rand Paul

Republican junior Senator of Kentucky

Senator
Kentucky
January 5, 2011 - January 3, 2017
Senator
Kentucky
January 3, 2017 - January 3, 2023
Senator
Kentucky
January 3, 2023 - January 3, 2029

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January 7, 1963 (62 years old)

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Serving as the junior United States senator since 2011.
Identifies as a constitutional conservative and is associated with the Tea Party movement.
Holds libertarian views, often compared to those of his father, a former congressman and presidential candidate.
Background in medicine as a practicing ophthalmologist prior to entering politics.
Has been involved in various legislative efforts, including the Read the Bills Act and the Federal Reserve Transparency Act.
Ran for the Republican nomination in the 2016 presidential election but suspended his campaign after the Iowa caucus.
Known for his opposition to government surveillance and support for civil liberties, particularly regarding the Fourth Amendment.
Advocates for significant reductions in federal spending and taxation, including a flat tax proposal.
Has taken controversial stances on issues such as abortion, immigration, and LGBTQ+ rights, often emphasizing states’ rights.
Criticized U.S. foreign policy interventions and has called for a more restrained approach to military involvement abroad.
Engaged in criminal justice reform, focusing on issues like sentencing flexibility and the restoration of voting rights for non-violent felons.
Has faced scrutiny for his comments and actions related to public health measures during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Involved in various political controversies, including a physical assault incident and accusations of plagiarism in his speeches and writings.
Married with three children and has a history of community involvement, including founding a local eye clinic for those in need.