Maxine Waters

Biography

Maxine Moore Waters is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 43rd congressional district since 1991. A member of the Democratic Party, she has been a vocal advocate for social justice and women's rights, particularly in her opposition to apartheid and her criticism of various U.S. presidents. Waters currently chairs the House Financial Services Committee and is one of the most senior members of the California congressional delegation. She serves on her 18th term in Congress.