Laphonza Butler
United States Senator from California since 2023 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Laphonza Romanique Butler (born May 11, 1979) is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from California since 2023.
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Laphonza Butler | |
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United States Senator from California | |
Assumed office October 3, 2023 | |
Appointed by | Gavin Newsom |
Preceded by | Dianne Feinstein |
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Born | Laphonza Romanique Butler (1979-05-11) May 11, 1979 (age 45) Magnolia, Mississippi |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse(s) | Neneki Lee |
Children | 1 |
Education | Jackson State University (BA) |
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Website | Senate website |
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On October 1, 2023, California Governor Gavin Newsom chose Butler to fill the U.S. Senate seat that was left vacant by the death of Dianne Feinstein. She is the first Black lesbian to serve in the Senate.[1]