USAU.S. HouseDemocratic PartyTexas · Texas's 16th congressional districtMember of the House of Representatives
Veronica Escobar
Profile
Veronica Escobar is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative for Texas's 16th congressional district since 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served as an El Paso County commissioner and as the El Paso county judge. Escobar is known for her focus on immigration reform, healthcare, and economic development. She made history as one of the first two Latina congresswomen from Texas and has been a prominent voice on issues such as gun violence and animal welfare legislation.
Details
- Born
- September 15, 1969 · 56 years old
- Birth place
- El Paso, Texas, United States
- Education
- University of Texas at El Paso (BA), New York University (MA)
- Career
- Nonprofit executive, communications director for the Mayor of El Paso, university instructor
