California Senate

Alex Padilla made history in 2021 as the first Latino to represent California in the U.S. Senate, appointed to fill Kamala Harris's seat when she became Vice President. A former California Secretary of State who oversaw the state's elections during the 2020 cycle, Padilla built his reputation as a defender of voting rights and election security. He previously served as a Los Angeles city councilmember and state senator, consistently advocating for immigrant rights, climate action, and expanding access to healthcare and education.