Adam Schiff's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Adam Schiff. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Adam Schiff is an American politician and lawyer currently serving as a U.S. Senator for 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).
1996: Elected to California State Senate
In 1996, Adam Schiff was elected to represent the 21st district in the California State Senate, defeating Paula Boland.
2000: Elected to Congress
In 2000, Adam Schiff unseated James E. Rogan, becoming the U.S. Representative for California's 27th congressional district.
2010: Re-elected to Congress
In 2010, Adam Schiff was re-elected to a sixth term in Congress, defeating Republican John Colbert.
2012: Re-elected to Congress
In 2012, Adam Schiff was re-elected to Congress, defeating Republican Phil Jennerjahn.
2014: Re-elected to Congress
In 2014, Adam Schiff was re-elected to Congress, defeating independent candidate Steve Stokes.
2016: Re-elected to Congress
In 2016, Adam Schiff was re-elected to Congress, defeating Republican Lenore Solis.
2018: Re-elected to Congress
In 2018, Adam Schiff defeated Republican nominee Johnny Nalbandian to be re-elected to Congress.
October 29, 2019: House Passes Armenian Genocide Resolution
On October 29, 2019, the full House of Representatives passed the resolution recognizing the Armenian genocide by a vote of 405-11.
2020: Re-elected to Congress
In 2020, Adam Schiff was re-elected to Congress after winning a primary against Eric Early and Maebe A. Girl.
2024: Elected to the Senate
In 2024, Adam Schiff was elected to the U.S. Senate, defeating Katie Porter, Barbara Lee, and Steve Garvey.
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