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Rep. Joaquin Castro (TX-20)
Democrat - Texas
Running for House
Rep. Joaquin Castro is an American attorney and Democratic politician from San Antonio, Texas. He graduated from Stanford University and Harvard Law School before returning to Texas to practice law and enter public service. He was first elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2002, where he served for a decade focusing on education, juvenile justice, and economic development. In 2012, he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. In Congress, he has served on major national security and foreign affairs committees and has been active in immigration policy and civil rights issues. He has also held leadership roles within the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and other Democratic caucuses.
“Having experienced America’s promise firsthand, I want to expand the Infrastructure of Opportunity for all.”
- Rep. Joaquin Castro
POLITICAL CAREER
U.S. House of Representatives (2013–present)
Texas House of Representatives (2003–2013)
COMMITTEES SERVED ON
House Committee on Foreign Affairs
House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence
Subcommittees on Western Hemisphere and national security issues
INTERESTING FACTS
Identical twin brother is Julián Castro, former HUD Secretary and presidential candidate.
Founded youth education and literacy initiatives in San Antonio.
Recognized as one of the most effective Democratic lawmakers in Congress.
