Last Updated: 29 Nov, 2023 | Views: 1575
Age: 62
Profession: Lawyer
Other Profession(s): Politician, Attorney
Famous For: Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee
Higher Education: St. Mary's University, Texas (JD)
Net Worth: $294 Million Approx.
About (Profile/Biography):
Michael Thomas McCaul Sr. was born on January 14, 1962. He is an American lawyer and politician serving as United States representative for Texas's 10th congressional district since 2005. The 113th, 114th, and 115th Congresses saw him at the helm of the House Committee on Homeland Security. His district stretches from Austin to Houston. In 2023, he became Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Michael McCaul Career:
Michael McCaul Education
In 1984, Michael McCaul graduated from Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas and earned his bachelor's degree in history from Trinity University in San Antonio. Three years later, he earned a law degree from St. Mary's University. He also completed the Harvard Kennedy School's Senior Executive Fellowship.
Michael McCaul Worked As An Attorney And Federal Prosecutor
• Michael McCaul served as a federal prosecutor and attorney before entering politics. His responsibilities included counterterrorism and national security for the Texas branch of the U.S. Attorney's office and the Public Integrity Section of the Department of Justice.
• Michael McCaul first ran for the U.S. House in 2004 and won the newly created 10th District Republican primary.
Michael McCaul Defeated The Democratic Nominee
• Michael McCaul won 55% of the vote in 2006 over Democrat Ted Ankrum and Libertarian Michael Badnarik. In 2008, McCaul won reelection against Democratic candidate Larry Joe Doherty and Libertarian candidate Matt Finkel, 54% to 43%.
Michael McCaul Voted Against Both Articles Of Impeachment
• Michael McCaul voted against both articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump on December 18, 2019. Each of the 195 Republicans who voted against impeachment voted against both articles.
Michael McCaul Spoke Out Against A Resolution
• Michael McCaul criticized a resolution that would end USA involvement in the Yemeni Civil War, saying it would "disrupt U.S. security cooperation agreements with more than 100 countries."
Michael McCaul Immigration
• Michael McCaul supported Trump's proposal to build a wall along the Mexico-United States border. His policy is to remain in Mexico.
Michael McCaul Personal Life
• Michael McCaul is married to Linda Mays McCaul, the daughter of Lowry Mays, the founder of Clear Channel Communications, and the former CEO of the company.
• Michael McCaul lives in West Lake Hills, Texas, a wealthy suburb of Austin.
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