María Elvira Salazar is an American journalist, author, and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Florida's 27th congressional district since 2021. She is a Republican assistant whip. Before entering politics, Salazar worked for the Spanish-language network Telemundo for three decades, after serving as a news anchor for Miami-based WSBS TV. She has also worked for CNN Español and Univision.

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Born
1961-11-01, Miami
Education
University of Miami, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Miami Dade College
Prior Occupations
journalist, politician
Positions Held
United States representative
Country
United States
Chamber
House
Party
Republican
State
Florida
Status
Current member
In office since
2021
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