Joe Neguse is the first Black American elected to represent Colorado in the U.S. Congress, a historic achievement.

He is the son of immigrants from Eritrea, who fled the war-torn country and came to the U.S. as refugees.

In a remarkably fast ascent, he was elected by his colleagues to a senior position in House leadership, serving as Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee.

A key focus of his legislative work is on public lands, conservation, and combating climate change, reflecting the priorities of his Boulder-based district.

“From the son of African refugees to a member of the House Democratic leadership, Joe Neguse’s rapid rise in Congress is a powerful story of the American dream.”

Joe Neguse: A Historic Voice for Colorado and a Rising Star in Washington

Representative Joe Neguse’s career is a story of breaking barriers and a remarkably rapid ascent to the leadership ranks of the Democratic party. As the first-ever Black American to represent Colorado in Congress, his work is defined by his unique personal history, his focus on environmental stewardship, and a reputation as one of the party’s most promising young leaders.

Neguse’s story begins with his parents, who fled Eritrea, a war-torn country in East Africa, as refugees. They immigrated to the United States, where Neguse was born. This immigrant experience profoundly shaped his commitment to public service. After earning his law degree, he co-founded a law firm and became a dedicated advocate for civic engagement. He was elected to the University of Colorado Board of Regents and later appointed by the governor to lead Colorado’s consumer protection agency.

In 2018, Neguse ran for Congress and won decisively, making history in his state. In the House, he quickly distinguished himself as a thoughtful and articulate legislator. His profile rose significantly when he was selected by Speaker Nancy Pelosi to serve as a House Impeachment Manager during the second impeachment trial of President Donald Trump, a role typically reserved for more senior members.

His talent and work ethic were recognized by his colleagues, who elected him to a senior leadership position as Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, a stunning achievement for a member in only his third term. Representing a district that includes Boulder and Fort Collins, Rep. Neguse is a fierce advocate for protecting public lands, combating the climate crisis, and investing in wildfire prevention. He brings a historic and compelling voice to the forefront of American politics.

Sources Used Official Biography: https://neguse.house.gov/about

Ballotpedia Profile: https://ballotpedia.org/Joe_Neguse

GovTrack.us Legislative Record: https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members/joe_neguse/412761

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