Representative Jamie Raskin, Democratic from Maryland

Jamie Raskin

Representative · Maryland · Democrat

Jamie Raskin

Biography
Jamie Raskin, a former constitutional law professor, represents Maryland’s 8th District in the U.S. House of Representatives, first elected in 2016. He is recognized for championing civil liberties, democratic reforms, and mental health policy. Raskin served as lead impeachment manager during the second impeachment of President Donald Trump and sits on the House Oversight and Judiciary Committees. He authored legislation to strengthen the 25th Amendment and expand access to mental health resources. Raskin engages his district through rigorous oversight and a commitment to transparent, principled governance.
Education
  • J.D., Magna cum laude, Harvard Law School, Cambridge, MA
    1987
  • B.A., Magna cum laude, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
    1983
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2017-Present

    Representing Maryland's 8th district

  • Law Professor, American University Washington College of Law

    1990–2016

  • Founder, Marshall-Brennan Fellowship Program

    1999–2016

  • Member, Maryland Senate

    2007–16

  • General Counsel, National Rainbow Coalition

    1989–90

  • Assistant Attorney General, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

    1987–89

  • Teaching Fellow, Harvard University Government Department

    1985–87

Policy Focus
Government Operations and Politics17%
Crime and Law Enforcement15%
Congress13%
Health12%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Jamie Raskin's record in Congress.

  • Impeachment Leadership

    Served as lead impeachment manager during the second impeachment trial of President Donald Trump in 2021.

  • Electoral Count Reform

    Co-sponsored legislation to reform the Electoral Count Act and protect the integrity of presidential elections.

  • Civil Rights Advocacy

    Championed the expansion of voting rights and protections against voter suppression through the For the People Act.

  • January 6th Investigation

    Served on the House Select Committee investigating the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on the JudiciaryRanking Member

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