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U.S. Representative

Janelle Bynum

Democrat - Oregon

Janelle Bynum is a working mom of four, businesswoman, and dedicated public servant. She is committed to protecting reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ rights, and building a more equitable future. The daughter of teachers, Bynum learned early on that education is the key to opportunity. Raised in an inner-city neighborhood threatened by drug violence, she earned scholarships and worked her way through school, turning challenge into purpose.

BIOGRAPHY  

PARTY: Democrat

ELECTED: 2024

EDUCATION: Florida A&M University; University of Michigan, Ross Business School (MBA)

OCCUPATION: Politician; Small Business Owner

BORN: 1/31/1975

*Candidates running for office for the first time will have no voting record.

"As violence continues today and antisemitism rises in the U.S., we stand firmly with Israel and the Jewish community worldwide. We must remain united in our commitment to democracy."

- Rep. Janelle Bynum

POLITICAL CAREER


  • Oregon House of Representatives (2022)


COMMITTEES SERVED ON


  • House Financial Services Committee

INTERESTING FACTS

  • First African-American to represent Oregon in Congress

474d 16h 18m 26s until Election Day '26

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