Representative Ro Khanna, Democratic from California

Ro Khanna

Representative · California · Democrat

Ro Khanna

House Floor

Recent comments in the House

He spoke out when there was silence in this body, when our leadership was distracted, and when the country was consumed by Donald Trump's diversions. The gentleman spoke out and said that there was a case in the Supreme Court that is gutting the Voting Rights Act and that will take away from Black Americans the right to freely choose their Representatives. We were all complacent while the gentleman was sounding the alarm.
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Biography
Ro Khanna began his career as a lawyer and advocate for technology innovation before entering public service. Elected to represent California’s 17th Congressional District in 2016, he has focused on expanding digital infrastructure, protecting civil liberties, and promoting economic opportunity in the heart of Silicon Valley. Khanna co-authored legislation to safeguard net neutrality and has played a leading role on the House Armed Services and Agriculture Committees. Known for his transparent town halls and collaborative problem-solving, Khanna works to ensure his district remains a hub for inclusive growth and responsible technology leadership.
Education
  • J.D., Yale Law School, New Haven, CT
    2001
  • B.A. in Economics, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
    1998
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2017-Present

    Representing California's 17th district

  • Author, Entrepreneurial Nation: Why Manufacturing Is Still Key to America’s Future

    2012

  • Visiting Lecturer (stanford University) and Law Professor (santa Clara University and San Francisco State University)

    2012–16

  • Member, California Workforce Investment Board

    2012–16

  • Deputy Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Commerce

    2009–11

  • Lawyer, O’melveny and Myers Llp

    2004–09

Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National Security21%
Taxation11%
Health9%
Government Operations and Politics9%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Ro Khanna's record in Congress.

  • Internet Access Expansion

    Championed legislation to expand high-speed internet access in rural and underserved communities through the Internet Bill of Rights.

  • War Powers Reform

    Led bipartisan efforts to reassert Congressional authority over military interventions, including votes to end U.S. involvement in Yemen.

  • COVID-19 Relief Funding

    Secured federal relief funding for small businesses and workers in Silicon Valley during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Tech Worker Protections

    Advocated for increased worker protections and rights for gig economy and tech industry employees through multiple legislative initiatives.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Armed Services
  • House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
  • House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist PartyRanking Member

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