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Bernie Sanders

U.S. Senator Vermont
Independent Caucuses with Democrats
In office since 2007 Born September 8, 1941 Age 84
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Biography

Bernie Sanders is an Independent U.S. Senator from Vermont, serving since 2007. Previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Career Timeline

2025–Present
U.S. SenatorCurrent
United States Senate · Vermont
2007–2025
U.S. Senator
United States Senate · Vermont
1991–2007
U.S. Representative
United States House of Representatives · VT-At Large

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