Schiff, Adam B.

Adam Schiff is a United States Senator from California, having assumed office in December 2024 to succeed the late Dianne Feinstein. Before his election to the Senate, he served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2001 to 2024, representing districts in the Los Angeles area. His professional background includes serving as an Assistant U.S. Attorney, where he gained national attention for prosecuting a high-profile espionage case involving a former FBI agent.

In the Senate, he holds several key committee assignments, including the Judiciary, Agriculture, Environment and Public Works, and Small Business committees. His legislative work emphasizes government oversight and the protection of democratic norms. He has sponsored significant measures such as the Protecting Our Democracy Act, which seeks to curb executive overreach, and the HERO Act. His policy focus also extends to environmental issues, evidenced by his sponsorship of the Preparing Superfund for Climate Change Act of 2026.

Throughout his career, he has been a prominent figure in national politics, notably serving as the lead impeachment manager during the first impeachment trial of Donald Trump. He also chaired the House Intelligence Committee and served on the January 6th Committee. In his current role, he continues to advocate for criminal justice reform, housing affordability, and international human rights while maintaining a focus on California's agricultural and environmental needs.