Years in Office
8
Bills Sponsored
120
Bills Co-Sponsored
3621
Committees
1
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)Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Jamie Raskin's congressional service.
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.
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