Adam Schiff Sworn In As California Senator

Adam Schiff has made history by becoming the only U.S. Senator to take the oath of office three times in less than a month. His record-setting swearing-in comes after he was appointed by California Governor Gavin Newsom to fill the vacancy left by the late Senator Dianne Feinstein, followed by his election to serve the remainder of Feinstein's term. Schiff was first sworn in on December 9 after Butler's resignation, and again on December 19 after the special election results were certified. Finally, he was sworn in for a full six-year term on January 3, 2025, by Vice President Kamala Harris. In his statement, Schiff emphasized the need for housing, economic equity, and environmental protection for Californians. He will serve on several Senate committees, including Judiciary and Environment.