John Cornyn
John Cornyn III is an American politician and former judge who is the senior United States senator for Texas, a seat he has held since 2002. He is a member of the Republican Party.
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Background
Born
1952-02-02, Houston
Education
Trinity University, University of Virginia School of Law, St. Mary's University School of Law, Oliver Wendell Holmes High School, American School in Japan, Kilgore College
Prior Occupations
politician, lawyer, judge
Positions Held
Texas Attorney General, District Judge, United States senator
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Country
United States
Chamber
Senate
Party
Republican
State
Texas
Status
Current member
In office since
2002
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