John Katko
| John Katko | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 24th district | |
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Assumed office January 3, 2015 | |
| Preceded by | Dan Maffei |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
John Michael Katko November 9, 1962 Syracuse, New York, U.S. |
| Nationality | United States |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence | Camillus, New York, U.S. |
| Alma mater |
Niagara University Syracuse University |
| Occupation | Assistant U.S. Attorney |
| Religion | Roman Catholic[1] |
John Michael Katko (born November 9, 1962) is an American attorney and politician. A Republican, he has represented New York's 24th district in the United States House of Representatives since 2015. Prior to winning elective office, Katko was an Assistant United States Attorney who served as chief of the organized crime division at the U.S. Attorney's Office in Syracuse, where he helped to prosecute gang members under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act.[2]
Early life and education
Katko was born in Syracuse in 1962, and is a graduate of Bishop Ludden High School.[3] He is of Slovak descent on his father's side.[4]
Katko attended Niagara University where he earned a bachelor of arts degree in political science, and the Syracuse University College of Law, where he earned a Juris Doctor.[5] He is also a 1982 graduate of The Washington Center.[6]
U.S. Congress
He ran against Dan Maffei in the United States House of Representatives elections, 2014 and was declared the winner on November 4, 2014, by 20 percentage points – the largest margin of defeat suffered by an incumbent in the cycle.[7]
Katko is running for re-election in 2016. He is running unopposed in the Republican primary.[8]
Personal life
Katko was raised in suburban Camillus, New York, where he resides with his wife, Robin Katko, and their three sons.[9]
References
- ↑ Harding, Robert (September 25, 2015). "'One of the greatest experiences of my life': Rep. John Katko reflects on Pope Francis' address to Congress". The Auburn Citizen. Retrieved 29 April 2016.
- ↑ Weiner, Mark (January 14, 2014). "John Katko, former organized crime prosecutor, seeks GOP nomination for Congress". Syracuse.com. Retrieved 29 April 2016.
- ↑ Profile, nationaljournal.com; accessed November 10, 2014.
- ↑ Weiner, Mark (March 25, 2015). "Rep. John Katko scores winning goal, named MVP in Congressional Hockey Challenge (video)". Syracuse.com. Archived from the original on September 30, 2015.
- ↑ "Project Vote Smart – The Voter's Self Defense System". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved November 5, 2014.
- ↑ Simonetti, Kristin. "TWC in the House! (of Representatives)". The Washington Center. Retrieved 25 August 2015.
- ↑ "John Katko declared winner over Rep. Dan Maffei in race for Congress". syracuse.com. Retrieved November 5, 2014.
- ↑ Tumulty, Bruce (April 27, 2016). "Democratic primary will determine challenger to Katko". Democrat & Chronicle. Retrieved 29 April 2016.
- ↑ "Meet John Katko: Career gang prosecutor talks of taking on 'knuckleheads' in Congress". syracuse.com. Retrieved November 5, 2014.
External links
- Official U.S. House website
- John Katko for Congress
- Appearances on C-SPAN
- Biography at the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress
- Profile at Project Vote Smart
- Financial information (federal office) at the Federal Election Commission
- Legislation sponsored at The Library of Congress
| United States House of Representatives | ||
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| Preceded by Dan Maffei |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 24th congressional district January 3, 2015 – present |
Incumbent |
| United States order of precedence (ceremonial) | ||
| Preceded by Evan Jenkins R-West Virginia | United States Representatives by seniority 404th |
Succeeded by Steve Knight R-California |
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