Challenges in the Life of Adam Schiff in a Detailed Timeline

Life is full of challenges, and Adam Schiff faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.

Adam Schiff is an American politician and lawyer currently serving as the junior United States Senator from California since 2024. A Democrat, he previously served twelve terms in the U.S. House of Representatives (2001-2024) and in the California State Senate (1996-2000).

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

May 1994: Schiff Lost Election for State Assembly Seat

In May 1994, Adam Schiff was a candidate for the 43rd district seat in the California State Assembly in a special election but lost to Republican nominee James E. Rogan.

March 28, 2019: Republicans Call for Schiff's Resignation

On March 28, 2019, the Republican members of the House Intelligence Committee requested Adam Schiff's resignation over his allegations of collusion between Trump's campaign and Russia in the 2016 election. Schiff responded by accusing the Republican members of tolerating "immoral" and "corrupt" conduct.

June 21, 2023: House of Representatives Censure of Schiff

On June 21, 2023, the House of Representatives censured Adam Schiff in a party-line vote on H.Res. 521. The resolution investigated his role as Chairman of the Intelligence Committee, for promoting the "conspiracy theory" that Trump colluded with Russia in the 2016 United States presidential election.