- 1Elizabeth Warren, a name profoundly associated with American politics, is renowned for her prodigious intellect and unwavering commitment to public service. Born in Oklahoma in the year 1949, she faced financial hardships during her early years that shaped her perspective on economic inequality - a theme that would later become central to her political career. She started her professional journey as an elementary school teacher but with her irrepressible thirst for knowledge, she soon embarked on her academic pursuits, earning a law degree from Rutgers Law School. Warren's impressive career trajectory is marked by notable contributions to academia and law, prior to her entry into politics. She served as a law professor at various prestigious institutions such as the University of Texas Law School, University of Pennsylvania Law School, and Harvard Law School. However, her expertise lies in bankruptcy and commercial law where she worked on defining the contours of American economic policy. Her scholarly endeavors, particularly her work on the impact of bankruptcies on middle-class families, earned her national recognition. In the political sphere, Warren emerged as an influential figure when she was appointed as the chair of the Congressional Oversight Panel for the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) in 2008. She was instrumental in the creation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a testament to her commitment to protecting consumers against financial abuses. Later, she was elected as a U.S. Senator from Massachusetts in 2012, becoming the first woman to serve in this capacity for the state. As a senator, Warren has championed progressive causes, advocating for affordable healthcare, reducing student loan debt, and reining in Wall Street. Her political acumen, coupled with her dedication to social justice, has positioned her as a formidable figure in the political landscape, establishing Elizabeth Warren as an advocate for the everyday American.
- Birthplace: USA, Oklahoma, Oklahoma City
- 2Kim Jong-un (officially transcribed Kim Jong Un; Korean: 김정은; Korean pronunciation: [kim.dzɔŋ.ɯn]; born 8 January 1983 or 1984) is a North Korean politician. He is currently the incumbent Supreme Leader of North Korea since 2011 and Chairman of the Workers' Party of Korea since 2012. Kim is the second child of Kim Jong-il (1941–2011), the country's second leader from 1994 to 2011, and Ko Yong-hui (1952–2004). He is the grandson of Kim Il-sung, who was the founder and first leader of North Korea from 1948 to 1994. Kim is the first North Korean leader who was born after the country's founding, and is also the second youngest currently-serving head of government in the world.From late 2010, Kim Jong-un was viewed as heir apparent to the leadership of the DPRK, and following the elder Kim's death, North Korean state television announced him as the "Great Successor". Kim holds the titles of Chairman of the Workers' Party of Korea (as First Secretary between 2012 and 2016), Chairman of the Central Military Commission, Chairman of the State Affairs Commission, commander-in-chief (as SAC chairman), and member of the Presidium of the Politburo of the Workers' Party of Korea, the highest decision-making body in North Korea. Kim was promoted to the rank of Marshal of North Korea in the Korean People's Army on 18 July 2012, consolidating his position as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. North Korean state media often refers to him as Marshal Kim Jong-un, "the Marshal" or "Dear Respected."Forbes magazine ranked Kim as the 46th most powerful person in the world in 2013 and the third highest amongst Koreans after Ban Ki-moon and Lee Kun-hee. On 12 December 2013, Kim ordered the execution of his uncle Jang Song-thaek for "treachery". Kim is widely believed to have ordered the assassination of his half-brother, Kim Jong-nam, in Malaysia in February 2017.In 2018, Kim Jong-un and South Korean President Moon Jae-in met twice in Panmunjom on the border between North and South, and once in Pyongyang. On 12 June 2018, Kim and US President Donald Trump met for a summit in Singapore, the first-ever talks held between a North Korean leader and a sitting US President, to discuss the North Korean nuclear program. A follow-up meeting in Hanoi in February 2019 ended abruptly without an agreement. On 25 April 2019, Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin held their first summit in Vladivostok, Russia. On 30 June 2019, Kim met with both South Korean President Moon Jae-in and Trump at the Korean Demilitarized Zone.
- Birthplace: Pyongyang, Pyongan, North Korea
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- 3Stephen Colbert, a name synonymous with satirical wit and observational humor, has carved an indelible niche in American television. Born on May 13, 1964, in Washington D.C., Colbert was the youngest of eleven children in a Catholic family. His early life was marked by tragedy, as his father and two brothers died in a plane crash when he was only ten years old. Colbert's career trajectory is a testament to his talent. He graduated from Northwestern University's School of Communication in 1986 and began his career as a comedic actor in the improvisational comedy troupe, Second City, in Chicago. His big break came in 1997 when he started working on Comedy Central's The Daily Show as a correspondent. Colbert's unique blend of satire and political commentary resonated with audiences, leading to the creation of his own spin-off show, The Colbert Report, in 2005. The show, featuring Colbert as a faux-conservative pundit, won numerous awards during its nine-year run, including two Peabody Awards and several Emmys. In 2014, CBS announced that Colbert would succeed David Letterman as the host of The Late Show. With this move, Colbert transitioned from playing a character to being himself on screen, showcasing his versatile comedic range. The Late Show with Stephen Colbert continues to be a platform for Colbert's sharp, insightful commentary on current affairs. Throughout his career, Colbert has also authored several books, lent his voice to animated films, and even made a cameo in one of the Hobbit movies, underscoring his status as a multi-talented entertainer. Despite his fame, Colbert remains dedicated to philanthropy, contributing to various charities and causes, reflecting a deep sense of social responsibility that underpins his public persona.
- Birthplace: Washington, D.C., USA
- 4Mika Emilie Leonia Brzezinski Scarborough (; born May 2, 1967) is an American journalist, talk show host, liberal political commentator, and author who currently co-hosts MSNBC's weekday morning broadcast show Morning Joe. She was formerly a CBS News correspondent, and was their principal "Ground Zero" reporter during the morning of the September 11 attacks. In 2007 she joined MSNBC as an occasional anchor, and was subsequently chosen as co-host of Morning Joe, alongside Joe Scarborough. She and Scarborough were married on November 24, 2018, with Rep. Elijah Cummings serving as the officiant.Mika Brzezinski is a visiting fellow at the Harvard Institute of Politics. Her main political interest is in wage equality for women. She is also the author of three books; two on her career as a journalist and one on food addiction. Brzezinski is the daughter of diplomat and political scientist Zbigniew Brzezinski, who served as adviser to both Lyndon B. Johnson and Jimmy Carter.
- Birthplace: New York City, USA, New York
- 5Hillary Rodham Clinton, a name that resonates in the world of American politics, is an accomplished lawyer, former First Lady, and a formidable politician. Born on October 26, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, she grew up in a conservative household but later embraced the ideals of social justice and equality. She graduated from Wellesley College in 1969 and earned her law degree from Yale University in 1973, where she met her future husband, Bill Clinton. Clinton's legal career was marked by her commitment to children's rights and public service. She worked for the Children's Defense Fund, taught law, and served as the first female chair of the Legal Services Corporation. Her role as First Lady of Arkansas from 1979 to 1981, and again from 1983 to 1992, saw her actively involved in policy-making, demonstrating her knack for governance. However, it was her tenure as the First Lady of the United States from 1993 to 2001 that solidified her national presence. During this period, Clinton championed healthcare reforms and advocated for women's rights globally. Post-White House years saw her serving as the U.S. Senator from New York from 2001 to 2009, followed by her appointment as the Secretary of State under President Barack Obama from 2009 to 2013. In these roles, she played a crucial part in shaping American foreign policy. Clinton made history in 2016 as the first woman nominated by a major party for the United States presidency, underscoring her significant contributions to American political life.
- Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, USA
- 6Bernie Sanders, born Bernard Sanders on September 8, 1941, is an esteemed American politician known for his tenure as a U.S. Senator from Vermont, a position he has held since 2007. Born in Brooklyn, New York to Jewish parents of Polish descent, Sanders' early life was marked by the realities of working-class struggles, which would later significantly shape his political ideologies and policy perspectives. He pursued his higher education at Brooklyn College and the University of Chicago, where he actively participated in the civil rights movement as a student organizer for the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) and the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC). Sanders' political career started in earnest in 1981 when he was elected as the Mayor of Burlington, Vermont. His tenure as mayor was marked by significant improvements in low-income housing, environmental policies, and progressive taxation. In 1990, he made history by becoming the first independent candidate in four decades to be elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. During his term in the House, Sanders advocated for universal healthcare, fair wage policies, and vehemently opposed the Iraq War. In 2015, Sanders launched his first presidential campaign as a member of the Democratic Party, with a platform centered around income inequality, universal healthcare, and climate change. Despite not securing the nomination, his campaign ignited a progressive movement within the party. His influence on American politics is undeniable, with his ideas and policies significantly shaping the discourse on socio-economic issues. Bernie Sanders' lifelong dedication to championing the rights of the underprivileged and his unwavering commitment to economic justice have cemented him as a stalwart figure in American politics.
- Birthplace: New York City, USA, New York
- 7Charles Joseph Scarborough (; born April 9, 1963) is an American cable news host and former congressman from Florida. He is currently the co-host of Morning Joe on MSNBC with Mika Brzezinski, his wife. He previously hosted Scarborough Country on the same network. Scarborough was previously a lawyer and a politician and served in the United States House of Representatives from 1995 to 2001 as a Republican for the 1st district of Florida. Scarborough was also a visiting fellow at the Harvard Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. He was named in the 2011 Time 100 as one of the most influential people in the world.
- Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
- 8Marco Antonio Rubio (born May 28, 1971) is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from Florida. A Republican, he previously served as speaker of the Florida House of Representatives. Rubio unsuccessfully sought the Republican nomination for president of the United States in 2016, winning presidential primaries in the State of Minnesota, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Rubio is a Cuban American from Miami, Florida. After serving as a city commissioner for West Miami in the 1990s, he was elected to represent the 111th district in the Florida House of Representatives in 2000. Subsequently, he was elected speaker of the Florida House, and was Speaker for two years beginning in November 2006. Upon leaving the Florida legislature in 2008 due to term limits, Rubio taught at Florida International University. Rubio successfully ran for the United States Senate in 2010. In April 2015, he announced that he would not seek re-election to the Senate, instead choosing to run for president. He suspended his campaign for president on March 15, 2016, after losing the Florida Republican primary to the eventual winner of the presidential election, Donald Trump. He then decided to run for re-election to the Senate, winning a second term later that year.
- Birthplace: Miami, Florida, USA
- 9John Ellis "Jeb" Bush (born February 11, 1953) is an American politician who served as the 43rd Governor of Florida from 1999 to 2007. Bush, who grew up in Houston, is the second son of former President George H. W. Bush and former First Lady Barbara Bush, and a younger brother of former President George W. Bush. He graduated from Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, and attended the University of Texas, where he earned a degree in Latin American affairs. In 1980, he moved to Florida and pursued a career in real estate development, and in 1986 became Florida's Secretary of Commerce until 1988. At that time, he joined his father's successful campaign for the Presidency. In 1994, Bush made his first run for office, losing the election for governor by less than two percentage points to the incumbent Lawton Chiles. Bush ran again in 1998 and defeated Lieutenant Governor Buddy MacKay with 55 percent of the vote. He ran for reelection in 2002, defeating Bill McBride and winning with 56 percent, to become Florida's first two-term Republican governor. During his eight years as governor, Bush pushed an ambitious Everglades conservation plan, supported caps for medical malpractice litigation, launched a Medicaid privatization pilot program, and instituted reforms to the state education system, including the issuance of vouchers and promoting school choice. Bush announced his presidential candidacy on June 15, 2015. He suspended his campaign on February 20, 2016, shortly after the South Carolina primary and endorsed Senator Ted Cruz on March 23, 2016.
- Birthplace: Texas, USA, Midland
- 10Charles David Todd (born April 8, 1972) is an American television journalist who is the 12th and current moderator of NBC's Meet the Press. He also hosts MTP Daily on MSNBC and is the Political Director for NBC News. Prior to taking the helm of Meet the Press, Todd was Chief White House correspondent for NBC and host of The Daily Rundown on MSNBC. He also serves as NBC News' on-air political analyst for NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt and Today.
- Birthplace: Miami, Florida, USA
- 11Al Franken, born on May 21, 1951, in New York City, rose to prominence as a comedian, writer, and political commentator before transitioning into politics. A graduate of Harvard University, Franken first gained fame as one of the original writers on the acclaimed television show Saturday Night Live, where he worked from its inception in 1975 until 1980, and again from 1985 to 1995. During his tenure at SNL, Franken won multiple Emmy Awards for his contribution to television writing, further cementing his status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. Franken's career took a significant turn in 2008 when he was elected as a United States Senator from Minnesota for the Democratic Party. His transition from comedy to politics was notable, as it demonstrated his ability to leverage his platform and influence to impact public policy. Throughout his tenure in the Senate, Franken was known for his progressive stance on issues such as healthcare, education, and climate change. His time in office was marked by his commitment to fighting for middle-class families, championing women's rights, and advocating for clean energy solutions. However, Franken's political career was not without controversy. In 2017, he resigned from the Senate following allegations of sexual misconduct. This event marked a significant setback in Franken's career, leading him to step out of the public eye. Despite this, Franken continues to contribute to societal discourse through various platforms, including hosting a weekly political podcast.
- Birthplace: New York, New York, USA
- 12Charles Ellis Schumer (; born November 23, 1950) is an American politician serving as the senior United States Senator from New York, a seat to which he was first elected in 1998. A member of the Democratic Party, he has also been the Senate Minority Leader since 2017. He first defeated three-term Republican incumbent Al D'Amato before being reelected in 2004 with 71 percent of the vote, in 2010 with 66 percent of the vote, and in 2016 with 70 percent of the vote. He is the current dean of New York's congressional delegation. Before his election to the Senate, Schumer served in the House of Representatives from 1981 to 1999, first representing New York's 16th congressional district before being redistricted to the 10th congressional district in 1983 and 9th congressional district in 1993. A native of Brooklyn and graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Law School, he was a three-term member of the New York State Assembly from 1975 to 1980. Schumer was chairman of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee from 2005 to 2009, during which time he oversaw 14 Democratic gains in the Senate in the 2006 and 2008 elections. He was the third-ranking Democrat in the Senate, behind Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid and Minority Whip Dick Durbin. He was elected Vice Chairman of the Democratic Caucus in the Senate in 2006. In November 2010, he was also chosen to hold the additional role of chairman of the Senate Democratic Policy Committee. Schumer won his fourth term in the Senate in 2016 and was then unanimously elected Minority Leader to succeed Harry Reid, who was retiring.
- Birthplace: New York City, New York, USA
- 13Rafael Edward Cruz (born December 22, 1970) is an American politician and attorney serving as the junior United States Senator for Texas since 2013. He was the runner-up for the Republican nomination for President of the United States in the 2016 election. Cruz holds degrees from Princeton University and Harvard Law School. From 1999 to 2003, he held various government positions, serving as Director of the Office of Policy Planning at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), as an Associate Deputy Attorney General at the United States Department of Justice, and as a Domestic Policy Advisor to George W. Bush during Bush's 2000 presidential campaign. Cruz served as Solicitor General of Texas from 2003 to 2008, having been appointed by Texas Attorney General and later Governor Greg Abbott. He was the longest-serving solicitor general in Texas history and the first Hispanic American to serve in that capacity. From 2004 to 2009, Cruz was an adjunct professor at the University of Texas School of Law in Austin, where he taught U.S. Supreme Court litigation. In 2012, Cruz ran for and won the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by fellow Republican Kay Bailey Hutchison. He is the first Hispanic American to serve as a U.S. Senator from Texas. In 2016, Cruz ran for President of the United States, winning Republican contests in 12 states before withdrawing from the race. He was reelected to the Senate in 2018, defeating Democratic challenger Beto O'Rourke by a slim margin of 50.9% to 48.3% in the most expensive Senate race in U.S. history. Along with Bob Menendez and Marco Rubio, Cruz is one of three current U.S. Senators of Cuban descent.
- Birthplace: Calgary, Canada
- 14Frederica Smith Wilson (born Frederica Patricia Smith, November 5, 1942) is a politician who has been a member of the United States House of Representatives since 2011. Located in South Florida, Wilson's congressional district—numbered the 17th during her first two years in Congress, and the 24th since 2013—is a majority African-American district that includes the southern parts of Broward County and the eastern parts of Miami-Dade County. Included within the district are Opa-locka, Hollywood, Miramar, and North Miami. She gained national attention in early 2012 as a result of her high-profile comments on the death of Trayvon Martin.Wilson is a member of the Democratic Party. The seat she was elected to became available when the incumbent Kendrick Meek ran for a seat in the Senate in 2010. Wilson is known for her large and colorful hats, of which she owns several hundred. She has gone through efforts to get Congress to lift its ban on head coverings during House sessions, which dates back to 1837.
- Birthplace: Miami, Florida, USA
- 15Omarosa Onee Manigault Newman (; born February 5, 1974), often mononymously known as Omarosa, is an American reality television show participant, writer, and former political aide to President Donald Trump. She became widely known as a contestant on the first season of NBC's reality television series The Apprentice. After becoming assistant to the president and director of communications for the Office of Public Liaison during the Trump administration in January 2017, Newman resigned the White House on December 13, 2017. Subsequently, she competed on the first season of Celebrity Big Brother, making it to the final five of the season. In August 2018, Newman published Unhinged, detailing her tenure at the White House and criticizing Trump and his administration. Two days before the book was released, she released the first of as many as 200 secret tapes she recorded during her White House tenure. As of 28 August 2019, she has released four tapes. The first tape she released, which was secretly recorded inside the Situation Room, was described as "one of the worst White House security breaches ever," though the tape is thought not to violate the Espionage Act.
- Birthplace: Youngstown, Ohio, USA
- 16Robert Phillips "Bob" Corker Jr. (born August 24, 1952) is an American businessman and politician who served as a United States Senator from Tennessee from 2007 to 2019. A member of the Republican Party, he served as Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee from 2015 to 2019.In 1978, Corker founded a construction company, which he sold in 1990. This increased his net worth to $45 million. He ran in the 1994 U.S. Senate election in Tennessee, but was defeated in the Republican primary by future Senate majority leader Bill Frist. Appointed by Governor Don Sundquist, Corker served as Commissioner of Finance and Administration for the State of Tennessee from 1995 to 1996, preceded by David Manning and succeeded by John Ferguson. He later acquired two of the largest real estate companies in Chattanooga, Tennessee, before being elected the 71st Mayor of Chattanooga in 2000; he served one term (2001–2005). Corker announced his candidacy for the 2006 U.S. Senate election in Tennessee after Frist announced his retirement. Corker defeated Democratic U.S. Representative Harold Ford, Jr. in the general election, with 51% of the vote. In 2012 Corker was reelected, defeating Democrat Mark E. Clayton, 65% to 30%. On September 26, 2017, Corker announced that he would not seek reelection in 2018; Republican U.S. Representative Marsha Blackburn was elected to succeed him.
- Birthplace: Orangeburg, South Carolina, USA
- 17Alan Michael Sugar, Baron Sugar (born 24 March 1947) is a British business magnate, media personality, politician, and political adviser. In 1968, he started what would later become his largest business venture, consumer electronics company Amstrad. In 2007, he sold his remaining interest in the company in a deal to BSkyB for £125m.Sugar was the chairman and part-owner of Tottenham Hotspur from 1991 to 2001, selling his remaining stake in the club in 2007 as well, for £25m. He appears in the BBC TV series The Apprentice, which has been broadcast annually since 2005. According to the Sunday Times Rich List, Sugar became a billionaire in 2015. In 2016, his fortune was estimated at £1.15bn, ranking him as the 95th richest-person in the UK.
- Birthplace: London Borough of Hackney, London, England
- Gordon Douglas Jones (born May 4, 1954) is an American attorney and politician. Jones served as the United States Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama from 1997 to 2001.
- 19Timothy James Walz (/wɔːlz/ WAWLZ; born April 6, 1964) is an American politician, former U.S. Army non-commissioned officer, and retired educator who has served as the 41st governor of Minnesota since 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, he is its presumptive nominee for vice president in the 2024 United States presidential election. He was a member of the United States House of Representatives from 2007 to 2019, representing Minnesota's 1st congressional district. Walz was elected governor of Minnesota on November 6, 2018, defeating the Republican nominee, Hennepin County Commissioner Jeff Johnson.[4] He was reelected in the 2022 Minnesota gubernatorial election, defeating Republican nominee Scott Jensen. On August 6, 2024, Vice President Kamala Harris announced her selection of Walz as her running mate in the 2024 U.S. presidential election.
- Birthplace: West Point, Nebraska, USA
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Jeff Flakey
Age: 61Jeffry Lane Flake (born December 31, 1962) is an American politician who served as a United States Senator from Arizona from 2013 to 2019. A member of the Republican Party, Flake served in the United States House of Representatives from 2001 to 2013. Born in Snowflake, Arizona, Flake attended Brigham Young University, from which he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in international relations, and later his Master of Arts degree in political science. In the early 1980s, he became a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in South Africa, where he learned to speak Afrikaans. After returning to the United States, Flake served as Executive Director of the Goldwater Institute, before being elected as a Republican to the House of Representatives from Arizona's 1st congressional district in 2001. He served as the representative for the 1st district until renumbering following the 2000 census redefined the district to be Arizona's 6th congressional district, which he then represented until he entered the Senate in 2013. Flake sought the Republican nomination for the 2012 Senate election after incumbent Jon Kyl announced his retirement. He defeated Democratic candidate and former United States Surgeon General Richard Carmona in the general election. Flake was one of the bipartisan "Gang of Eight" U.S. senators that pushed an immigration reform bill through the Senate in 2013. He is known as a vocal critic of President Donald Trump, but generally voted in line with Trump's position. On October 24, 2017, Flake announced that he would not seek re-election in 2018. Throughout his Senate career, Flake suffered from consistently low approval ratings, including having a 32% and 51% approval and disapproval rating in April 2013, respectively, less than three months after taking office. His disapproval ratings increased near the end of his term, with an 18% approval rating in 2017 and 51% disapproval rating in July 2018.On January 29, 2019, Flake was hired by CBS as a contributor for CBS News. He regularly appears on CBS This Morning and CBS Evening News.- Birthplace: Snowflake, Arizona, USA
- 21Megyn Marie Kelly (born November 18, 1970) is an American journalist and former corporate defense attorney. She was a news anchor at Fox News from 2004 to 2017, and a talk show host and correspondent with NBC News from 2017 to 2018. During her time at Fox News, Kelly hosted America Live, and prior to that, co-hosted America's Newsroom with Bill Hemmer. From 2007 to 2012, the two reporters hosted Fox News Channel's New Year's Eve specials, "All American New Year". Kelly also hosted The Kelly File from October 2013 to January 2017. In 2014, she was included in the Time list of the 100 most influential people. Kelly left Fox News in January 2017 and joined NBC News. She started hosting the third hour of the morning show Today with her program titled Megyn Kelly Today in September 2017. The show was cancelled on October 26, 2018 and she departed NBC in January 2019.
- Birthplace: Syracuse, New York, USA
- Kirsten Elizabeth Gillibrand (née Rutnik; (listen) KEER-stən JIL-i-brand; born December 9, 1966) is an American lawyer and politician who has served as the junior United States Senator from New York since 2009. A member of the Democratic Party, she was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 2007 to 2009. Born and raised in upstate New York, Gillibrand graduated from Dartmouth College and from the UCLA School of Law. After holding positions in government and private practice and working on Hillary Clinton's 2000 U.S. Senate campaign, Gillibrand was elected to the United States House of Representatives in 2006. She represented New York's 20th congressional district, a conservative district in upstate New York, and was re-elected in 2008. During her House tenure, Gillibrand was a Blue Dog Democrat noted for voting against the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 (commonly known as the bank bailout) and for supporting Medicare-for-all. Following Senator Clinton's appointment as Secretary of State in 2009, Governor David Paterson selected Gillibrand to fill the Senate seat that had been vacated by Clinton. Gillibrand won a special election in 2010 to keep the seat, and was re-elected to full terms in 2012 and 2018. During her Senate tenure, Gillibrand has shifted to the left. She has been outspoken on sexual assault in the military and sexual harassment, having criticized President Bill Clinton and Senator Al Franken, both fellow Democrats, for sexual misconduct. She supports paid family leave, a federal jobs guarantee, and the abolition and replacement of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. On March 17, 2019, Gillibrand declared her candidacy for the Democratic nomination for President of the United States in 2020.
- Birthplace: Albany, New York, USA
- 23Jimmy Fallon, renowned for his charismatic charm and comedic genius, has carved a distinguished niche in the world of entertainment. Born on September 19, 1974, in Brooklyn, New York, Fallon's early interest in comedy led him to pursue a career in stand-up after high school. This pursuit paid off when, in 1998, he joined the cast of the iconic television show Saturday Night Live, where his impersonations and original characters quickly made him a fan favorite. His talent for comedy, coupled with his unique ability to engage audiences, brought him to the forefront of the entertainment industry. Fallon's tenure on SNL was marked by memorable sketches and co-hosting the show's news parody segment, Weekend Update. Despite his success on the sketch comedy show, Fallon sought to expand his horizons beyond SNL. In 2004, he left SNL to venture into the film industry, starring in movies such as Fever Pitch and Taxi. Although his film career had mixed results, Fallon's charisma and on-screen presence remained undeniable. In 2009, NBC tapped Fallon to host Late Night, succeeding Conan O'Brien. His innovative blend of traditional talk-show elements with viral-ready comedy sketches reshaped late-night television. The show's success led to Fallon taking over The Tonight Show in 2014, becoming one of the youngest hosts in the program's history. Under Fallon's stewardship, the Tonight Show has consistently been a ratings success while evolving into a platform that seamlessly merges celebrity interviews, comedy sketches, and musical performances. Throughout his career, Fallon has proven himself a versatile entertainer, adept at blending humor and heart in a way that resonates with audiences worldwide.
- Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, USA
- 24Robert De Niro, a name synonymous with the art of acting, is an iconic figure in Hollywood's cinematic landscape. Born on August 17, 1943, in Manhattan, New York City, his journey to stardom began in the heart of the city that never sleeps. The son of two artists, De Niro was immersed in creativity from an early age, attending the High School of Music and Art and later studying acting at the Stella Adler Conservatory. His talent for performing was evident early on, leading him to drop out of high school to pursue his passion fully. De Niro's career took flight after he was cast in Brian De Palma's film The Wedding Party, but it was his collaboration with director Martin Scorsese that truly catapulted him into the spotlight. In Scorsese's Taxi Driver (1976), De Niro delivered a riveting performance as a disturbed taxi driver, earning him widespread acclaim and solidifying his status as a formidable actor. His partnership with Scorsese continued to produce memorable films such as Raging Bull (1980) and Goodfellas (1990), with De Niro earning two Academy Awards for his performances in The Godfather: Part II (1974) and Raging Bull. Apart from his illustrious acting career, De Niro has also made significant contributions to the film industry as a producer and director. He co-founded the film studio TriBeCa Productions and the Tribeca Film Festival, providing a platform for independent filmmakers and nurturing the next generation of talent. His enduring legacy continues to inspire aspiring actors worldwide, and his body of work stands as a testament to his unparalleled talent and passion for storytelling.
- Birthplace: New York City, USA, New York, Greenwich Village
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Governor Newscum
Age: 56Gavin Christopher Newsom (born October 10, 1967) is an American politician and businessman who is the 40th governor of California, serving since January 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously served as the 49th lieutenant governor of California from 2011 to 2019 and as the 42nd mayor of San Francisco from 2004 to 2011. He was sworn in as Governor of California on January 7, 2019.Newsom attended Redwood High School, and graduated from Santa Clara University. After graduation, he founded the PlumpJack wine store with family friend Gordon Getty as an investor. The PlumpJack Group grew to manage 23 businesses, including wineries, restaurants, and hotels. Newsom began his political career in 1996, when San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown appointed him to serve on the city's Parking and Traffic Commission. Brown appointed Newsom to fill a vacancy on the Board of Supervisors the following year, and Newsom was later elected to the Board in 1998, 2000, and 2002. In 2003, Newsom was elected the 42nd mayor of San Francisco, becoming the city's youngest mayor in a century. Newsom was re-elected in 2007 with 72 percent of the vote. He was elected Lieutenant Governor of California in 2010 as the running mate of Jerry Brown, and was re-elected in 2014. In February 2015, Newsom announced his candidacy for Governor of California in the 2018 election. On June 5, 2018, he finished in the top two of the non-partisan blanket primary. Newsom defeated Republican John H. Cox in the general election on November 6. Newsom hosted The Gavin Newsom Show on Current TV and wrote the 2013 book Citizenville.- Birthplace: USA, California, San Francisco
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Comrade Kamala
Age: 59See also: Crazy Kamala, Laffin' Kamala, Lyin' Kamala Harris, Kamabla.
Kamala Devi Harris (born October 20, 1964) is an American lawyer and politician serving as the 49th vice president of the United States. A member of the Democratic Party, Harris is the second African American woman and the first South Asian American to serve in the United States Senate. Harris became the vice president upon inauguration in 2021 alongside President Joe Biden, having defeated the incumbent president, Donald Trump, and vice president, Mike Pence, in the 2020 election. She is the United States' first female vice president, the highest-ranking female elected official in U.S. history, the first African American vice president, and the first Asian American vice president.- Birthplace: Oakland, California, USA
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See also: Crooked Joe, Joe Hiden, and Slow Joe.
Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. (/ˈbaɪdən/ BY-dən; born November 20, 1942) is an American politician serving as the 46th and current president of the United States. A member of the Democratic Party, Biden previously served as the 47th vice president from 2009 to 2017. He represented Delaware in the United States Senate from 1973 to 2009.- Birthplace: Scranton, Pennsylvania, USA
- 28John Richard Kasich Jr. ( KAY-sik; born May 13, 1952) is an American politician, author, and television news personality who served as the 69th Governor of Ohio from 2011 to 2019. Elected governor in 2010 and re-elected in 2014, Kasich is a member of the Republican Party.A native of McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, Kasich has lived much of his adulthood in Ohio, specifically the state capital of Columbus. Kasich served nine terms as a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Ohio's 12th congressional district from 1983 to 2001. His tenure in the House included 18 years on the House Armed Services Committee and six years as chairman of the House Budget Committee. He was a key figure in the passage of both 1996 welfare reform legislation and the Balanced Budget Act of 1997. Kasich worked for Fox News, hosting Heartland with John Kasich from 2001 to 2007 and was a fill-in host for The O'Reilly Factor. He also worked as an investment banker, serving as managing director of the Lehman Brothers office in Columbus, Ohio.In the 2010 Ohio gubernatorial election, Kasich defeated Democratic incumbent Ted Strickland. He was reelected in 2014, defeating Democratic challenger Ed FitzGerald by 30 percentage points. Kasich unsuccessfully sought the Republican nomination for President in 2000 and 2016, receiving one electoral vote from a faithless elector in Texas in 2016. Kasich refused to support the Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and did not attend the 2016 Republican National Convention, which was held in his state; he reported that he wrote-in the name of U.S. Senator and former 2008 Republican presidential nominee John McCain.Kasich was term-limited and could not seek a third term in 2018; he was succeeded by Attorney General and former U.S. Senator Mike DeWine. In 2019, Kasich joined CNN as a senior political commentator.
- Birthplace: McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, USA
- 29Alexander Elliot Anderson Salmond (; born 31 December 1954) is a Scottish politician who served as the First Minister of Scotland from 2007 to 2014. He was the leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) for over twenty years, having served for two terms, firstly from 1990 to 2000 and subsequently from 2004 to 2014. He was the Member of Parliament (MP) for Banff and Buchan between 1987 and 2010, when he stood down to focus on his other roles, and then for Gordon from 2015 to 2017, when he lost his seat to Scottish Conservative candidate Colin Clark. During the 2015–2017 parliament, he was the SNP International Affairs and Europe spokesperson in the House of Commons. From 1987 to 2010, Salmond served as MP for Banff and Buchan. Following the establishment of the devolved Scottish Parliament in 1999, Salmond also served as the Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) for Banff and Buchan from 1999 to 2001, while continuing to serve as that constituency's MP. Salmond served as the Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) for Gordon from 2007 to 2011, and for Aberdeenshire East from 2011 to 2016. Salmond resigned as SNP leader in 2000 and did not seek re-election to the Scottish Parliament. He did however retain his Westminster seat in the 2001 general election. Salmond was once again elected SNP leader in 2004 and the following year held his Banff and Buchan seat in the 2005 general election. In 2006 he announced his intention to contest Gordon in the 2007 Scottish Parliament election. Salmond defeated the incumbent MSP and the SNP emerged as the largest single party. After the SNP secured confidence and supply support from the Scottish Green Party, Salmond was voted First Minister by the Scottish Parliament on 16 May 2007. During his first term, he headed a minority Scottish Government. At the 2011 Scottish Parliament election the SNP won with an overall majority, a feat previously thought almost impossible under the additional member system used in elections for the Scottish Parliament. Politically, Salmond is one of the foremost proponents of Scottish independence, repeatedly calling for a referendum on the issue. Salmond has campaigned on global warming and in government has committed Scotland to legislation on emission reduction and the generation of renewable energy. The day after the 2014 independence referendum, at which a majority of Scottish voters chose to remain part of the United Kingdom, Salmond announced his intention not to stand for re-election as leader of the SNP at the SNP National Conference in November, and to resign as First Minister thereafter. He was succeeded as SNP leader by his deputy, Nicola Sturgeon, as she was the only candidate to stand for the leadership election. He submitted his resignation as First Minister on 18 November, and was succeeded by Sturgeon the following day.In August 2018, Salmond resigned from the party after allegations of sexual misconduct. In January 2019, he was arrested and charged with 14 offences, including multiple counts of attempted rape and sexual assault.
- Birthplace: Linlithgow, United Kingdom
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Katharine Bear Tur (born October 26, 1983) is an American author and broadcast journalist working as correspondent for NBC News. Tur is an anchor for MSNBC Live and has reported for the NBC news platforms Early Today, Today, NBC Nightly News, Meet the Press, WNBC-TV, MSNBC, and The Weather Channel. - 31Glenn Beck, an influential American media personality, political commentator, and author, carved out a unique path within the entertainment industry. Born on February 10, 1964, in Everett, Washington, Beck's life was marked by early adversities that influenced his later career significantly. A self-proclaimed "borderline schizophrenic" due to his struggles with drug and alcohol addiction in his early years, Beck's resilience and determination have seen him overcome personal challenges to achieve success. Beck's professional trajectory took him from Top-40 radio disc jockey to one of the most recognized faces on Fox News. He jumped onto the national stage in the late 2000s when he joined CNN's Headline News, launching his own show, Glenn Beck, which quickly gained viewership thanks to his emotional outbursts and often controversial political commentary. His success with CNN led to his recruitment by Fox News in 2009, where his program became one of the highest-rated shows on the network. Despite his departure from mainstream news networks in 2011, Beck's influence has not waned. He founded the news and entertainment network TheBlaze, which continues to provide a platform for his distinctive blend of news analysis, storytelling, and vocal advocacy for conservative values. As an author, Beck's works include six New York Times best-selling books, further cementing his status as a significant figure in contemporary American media and politics.
- Birthplace: Everett, USA, Washington
- 32Michael Bloomberg is a name synonymous with business acumen, philanthropy and political leadership. Born in 1942 in Boston, Massachusetts, Bloomberg climbed the ranks from a middle-class upbringing to become one of the world's most influential billionaires. He graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a degree in electrical engineering, and later pursued an MBA from Harvard Business School, laying a strong foundation for his illustrious career. Bloomberg embarked on his financial career at Salomon Brothers, a Wall Street Investment Bank. After being let go from the company in 1981, he utilized his severance package to start Innovative Market Systems, later renamed Bloomberg LP. This company revolutionized the financial industry by providing high-quality data, news, and analytics to professionals via the Bloomberg Terminal. His entrepreneurial success catapulted him into the ranks of the world's wealthiest individuals. However, Bloomberg's ambitions extended beyond the realm of business. In 2001, defying skeptics, he was elected as the Mayor of New York City. Over three terms, he implemented policies that aimed to improve public health, education and sustainability, leaving a lasting impact on the city. Beyond his mayoral roles, Bloomberg showcased his commitment to global issues through his philanthropic efforts. Through Bloomberg Philanthropies, he donated generously to various causes including climate change, public health and education.
- Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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