Kamala Harris is an American politician and attorney who currently serves as the Vice President of the United States. She was born on October 20, 1964, in Oakland, California. Harris has had a notable career in public service. She previously served as the Attorney General of California from 2011 to 2017 and as a United States Senator from California from 2017 to 2021. With her election as Vice President in 2021, she became the first woman, the first African American woman, and the first person of South Asian descent to hold this position in U.S. history. Throughout her career, Harris has been an advocate for various issues, including criminal justice reform, healthcare, immigration, and women's rights. She has been known for her tough questioning and prosecutorial background during Senate hearings, where she has been a vocal participant on committees such as the Judiciary Committee and the Intelligence Committee.