Childhood and Education Journey of Adam Schiff in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Adam Schiff, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

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

1913: Creation of California's 27th congressional district

In 1913, the California's 27th congressional district was created. In 2000, Schiff became only the second Democrat to represent this district since its creation.

June 22, 1960: Adam Schiff Born

On June 22, 1960, Adam Bennett Schiff was born. He is an American lawyer and politician.

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1970: Schiff Moved to Scottsdale, Arizona

In 1970, Adam Schiff moved with his parents to Scottsdale, Arizona.

1972: Schiff Moved to Alamo, California

In 1972, Adam Schiff moved with his parents to Alamo, California.

1978: Schiff Graduated from High School

In 1978, Adam Schiff graduated from Monte Vista High School in Danville, California, where he played soccer and was the class salutatorian.

1982: Schiff Received Bachelor's Degree

In 1982, Adam Schiff received a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Stanford University.

1985: Schiff Graduated from Harvard Law School

In 1985, Adam Schiff graduated with a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School cum laude.

1990: Met Eve Sanderson

In 1990, Adam Schiff met his future wife, Eve Sanderson, while playing tennis.

1995: Married Eve Sanderson

Adam Schiff married Eve Sanderson in 1995. They later had two children together.

2010: Redistricting of Schiff's District

After the 2010 census, Adam Schiff's district was renumbered the 28th and made significantly more Democratic.

2010: Participated in Washington, D.C. triathlon

In 2010, Adam Schiff was the only U.S. representative to participate in the inaugural Washington, D.C., triathlon.

2014: Participated in AIDS/LifeCycle

In 2014, Adam Schiff was the first member of Congress to participate in the AIDS/LifeCycle, a seven-day charity bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles.

2018: Screenwriting on the side

In 2018, it was reported that Adam Schiff had been writing screenplays on the side for years.

2020: Schiff's District Renumbered

After the 2020 census, Adam Schiff's district was renumbered the 30th and made more Democratic.

October 2021: Published "Midnight in Washington"

In October 2021, Adam Schiff published "Midnight in Washington: How We Almost Lost Our Democracy and Still Could", a book about the Trump presidency.

Midnight in Washington: How We Almost Lost Our Democracy and Still Could

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2024: Schiff became a US Senator

In 2024, Adam Schiff became the junior United States Senator from California, a seat he has held since then. He was also serving his 12th term in the United States House of Representatives until 2024.