Sam T. Liccardo
Samuel Theodore Liccardo is an American attorney and politician currently serving as the U.S. representative from California's 16th congressional district. Previously, he served as the 65th mayor of San Jose from 2015 to 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, Liccardo was elected mayor in November 2014. He was reelected in 2018 with 75.8% of the vote. As the leader of the California Big City Mayors Coalition, Liccardo advocated on statewide issues including homelessness and COVID-19 response.
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
1970-04-16, Saratoga
Education
Bellarmine College Preparatory, Georgetown University, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard Law School
Prior Occupations
politician, lawyer
Positions Held
San Jose City Council member, Mayor of San Jose, United States representative
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Country
United States
Chamber
House
Party
Democrat
State
California
Status
Current member
In office since
2025