USAU.S. HouseMinnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor PartyMinnesota · District 65AMember of the Minnesota House of Representatives
Samakab Hussein
Profile
Samakab Hussein is an American politician serving as a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives since 2023, representing District 65A. Born in Somalia, he immigrated to the United States at age 14 and later earned degrees in business, accounting, and advocacy and political leadership. As the first Somali-American to represent Saint Paul in the state legislature, he focuses on issues such as labor protections, housing finance, and community safety. He is a member of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party.
Details
- Born
- October 12, 1980 · 45 years old
- Birth place
- Somalia
- Education
- Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, Metropolitan State University
- Career
- Business and accounting professional
