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Andy Kim Sworn in Three Weeks Early, Adam Schiff One Month Early as U.S. Senators

Dec 9, 2024, 01:22 PM

Andy Kim and Adam Schiff are set to be sworn in as U.S. Senators on Monday, marking an early start to their terms. Kim, a three-term congressman who defeated Republican businessman Curtis Bashaw in the closely-watched race to replace convicted New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez, was appointed by New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy to begin his term three weeks early. Schiff, on the other hand, will take office a month early, following a decision by California Gov. Gavin Newsom to expedite the process, which has been described as a 'power play' to help California. This move allows both senators to assume their roles before the typical January inauguration, a decision influenced by state leadership and potentially by political strategy.