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 lawyer, author, and politician. He is currently the junior United States Senator from California, a position he assumed in 2024. Prior to his Senate tenure, Schiff served for 12 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives (2001-2024) and in the California State Senate (1996-2000). He is a member of the Democratic Party.

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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, California's 27th congressional district was created. It was once a Republican stronghold but has been trending Democratic since the early 1990s.

June 22, 1960: Adam Schiff's Birth

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

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1970: Schiff Moves to Scottsdale, Arizona

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

1972: Schiff Moves to Alamo, California

In 1972, Adam Schiff moved with his parents to Alamo, California, continuing his childhood and education there.

1978: Schiff Graduates High School

In 1978, Adam Schiff graduated from Monte Vista High School in Danville, California. He played soccer and was the class salutatorian and voted "most likely to succeed" by his peers.

1982: Schiff Receives BA from Stanford

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

1985: Schiff Graduates from Harvard Law

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

1990: Schiff meets his wife

In 1990, Schiff met his wife, Eve Sanderson, on a tennis court.

1995: Schiff marries Eve Sanderson

In 1995, Schiff married Eve Sanderson.

2000: End of Schiff's Term in CA Senate

Adam Schiff's service in the California State Senate concluded in 2000, after being elected in 1996.

2000: Schiff Wins Congressional Seat

In 2000, Adam Schiff won the election for California's 27th congressional district. After the census, the district was renumbered to the 29th district.

2001: Schiff Elected to US House

In 2001, Adam Schiff was elected to the United States House of Representatives, where he served for 12 terms until 2024.

2010: District Renumbered After 2010 Census

After the 2010 census, Adam Schiff's district was renumbered the 28th and made more Democratic, becoming increasingly favorable to Schiff's reelection bids.

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, to raise awareness and funding to fight HIV and AIDS.

2018: Reported to write screenplays

In 2018, The New Yorker reported that Adam Schiff had been writing screenplays on the side for years, including a murder mystery, a post-Holocaust story, and a spy drama.

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 recounting the effects of the Trump presidency.

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

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December 8, 2024: Schiff Resigns from the House

On December 8, 2024, Adam Schiff resigned from the House of Representatives in preparation for an appointment to finish the remainder of Dianne Feinstein's term in the Senate.

2024: Schiff Becomes US Senator

In 2024, Adam Schiff became the junior United States senator from California, a seat he has held since that year, marking a significant milestone in his political career.