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 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). He is also a lawyer and author.

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

1996: Elected to the California State Senate

In 1996, Adam Schiff began serving as a member of the California State Senate.

2000: Unseated James E. Rogan

In 2000, Adam Schiff unseated James E. Rogan in California's 27th congressional district.

2000: Elected to Congress

In 2000, Schiff was elected to congress.

2001: Elected to the House of Representatives

In 2001, Adam Schiff began serving in the United States House of Representatives.

2010: Defeated John Colbert for Sixth Term

In 2010, Adam Schiff defeated Tea Party–backed Republican John Colbert for a sixth term.

2012: Defeated Phil Jennerjahn

In 2012, Adam Schiff defeated Republican Phil Jennerjahn.

2014: Defeated Steve Stokes

In 2014, Adam Schiff defeated independent candidate Steve Stokes.

2016: Defeated Lenore Solis

In 2016, Adam Schiff defeated Republican candidate Lenore Solis.

2018: Defeated Johnny Nalbandian

In 2018, Adam Schiff defeated Republican nominee Johnny Nalbandian.

November 2019: Roger Stone convicted of lying to Congress

In November 2019, Roger Stone was convicted of lying to Congress.

2020: Won primary and general election

In 2020, Adam Schiff won the primary with a majority of the vote and easily won the general election.

2024: Elected to the Senate

In 2024, Adam Schiff was elected to the Senate, defeating fellow Democratic U.S. representatives Katie Porter and Barbara Lee in the primary and Republican Steve Garvey in the general election. In 2024, he began serving as the junior United States senator from California.