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Janelle S. Bynum
Janelle Sojourner Bynum is an American politician and businesswoman serving as the U.S. representative for Oregon's 5th congressional district since 2025. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served in the Oregon House of Representatives from 2017 to 2025.
100 votes
55 Yes
45 No
13 days until Election Day
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 — every House seat and about a third of the Senate are on the ballot.
Background
Born
1975-01-31, Washington, D.C.
Education
Madeira School, Florida A&M University, University of Michigan
Prior Occupations
politician
Positions Held
member of the Oregon House of Representatives, United States representative
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Country
United States
Chamber
House
Party
Democrat
State
Oregon
Status
Current member
In office since
2025