He grew up the son of Cuban immigrants in a tenement building in Union City and has risen to become one of 100 United States Senators. He is currently the Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and served as Ranking Member in the 116th Congress. He has earned a national reputation for his international leadership in the Senate, which pairs with his long-time reputation as a fighter for New Jersey families who puts their economic security ahead of powerful special interests.
Seniors now—and in the future— must be able to afford the benefits they deserve and earned in order to enjoy lives of dignity and security. That’s why Bob works tirelessly to protect and strengthen Medicare and Social Security and fights for legislation to guard seniors from financial scams and predatory financial practices. Bob is also a champion in Congress in leading the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.