Tom Udall

American politician and senator

Tom Udall - American politician and senator
Born

May 18th, 1948
77 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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A lawyer and politician, served as the 28th Attorney General of New Mexico from 1991 to 1993. Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2008, representing New Mexico's 3rd congressional district. Elected to the United States Senate in 2009, serving until 2021. Focused on various issues including environmental protection, health care, and government transparency during time in office.

Served as Attorney General of New Mexico

Represented New Mexico in the U.S. Senate

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