Politician/Kushina Uzumaki

Kushina Uzumaki (born June 22, 1989) is a Japanese-American politician, who is currently the U.S. Representative for Virginia's 8th congressional district. Before entering the House, Kushina was a member of Alexandria's School Board from 2020 to 2021, and a Law Clerk from 2011 to 2019.

House of Representatives
In 2021, Kushina lead a concentrated effort to defeat Moe Conrad's reduction of rent assistance. After making an amendment, Kushina managed to kill the bill 228-207.

During the same year, Kushina proposed a bill to legalize the sale and possession of Cannabis (Marijuana). It passed the House 274 Yeas to 161 Noes on March 30th. It was denied a hearing in the Senate Judiciary Committee.

On September 20th, she voted Aye on a minimum wage increase from $9 to $10. It was signed by President Leila Meier on September 29th.

Committee assignments
Uzumaki's committee assignments include:


 * Financial Services Committee
 * Housing and Insurance (Chair)
 * Oversight and Government Reform Committee
 * Health Care, Benefits and Administrative Rules (Chair)

Elections
2020

In 2020, Uzumaki faced off against independent Rodney Anthony, where she received 92% of the vote.

2022-2028

In 2022 and 2024, Uzumaki was unopposed for re-election.

In 2026, Uzumaki faced token opposition from independent Anita Slater, winning 94% of the vote.