Date of Birth: December 2, 1960
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Deb Haaland is an American politician serving as the 54th United States Secretary of the Interior, a historic appointment as she is the first Native American to hold a cabinet position. Born in Winslow, Arizona, and a member of the Laguna Pueblo, Haaland has been a trailblazer for Indigenous rights and environmental issues. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of New Mexico and later completed her Juris Doctor at the University of New Mexico School of Law. Before her groundbreaking cabinet role, Haaland served as the U.S. Representative for New Mexico’s 1st congressional district from 2019 to 2021. Her career has been marked by advocacy for renewable energy, public lands, and social justice.
5 Interesting Facts about Deb Haaland
1. Deb Haaland is one of the first two Native American women elected to the U.S. Congress, alongside Sharice Davids.
2. She ran a small business producing and canning salsa, which she started to support her family as a single mother.
3. Haaland has participated in numerous protests, including the Standing Rock protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline.
4. She was instrumental in the passage of the Not Invisible Act and the Savanna’s Act, addressing the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women.
5. Before her political career, Haaland volunteered for Barack Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign and later served as the New Mexico state chair for his 2012 re-election campaign.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Deb Haaland
1. “A voice like mine has never been a Cabinet secretary or at the head of the Department of Interior.”
2. “We cannot sacrifice another sacred place for the benefit of corporate interests.”
3. “As a single mother, I know the struggles that many families face.”
4. “I am honored and humbled to be the first Native American cabinet secretary.”
5. “Representation matters. We need more people with diverse backgrounds and experiences in leadership positions.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
As of her appointment as Secretary of the Interior, Deb Haaland’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million.
Children
Deb Haaland has one daughter, Somáh Haaland, who has been a significant source of inspiration and support throughout her career.
Relevant Links
1. [Deb Haaland – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deb_Haaland
2. [Deb Haaland – U.S. Department of the Interior](https://www.doi.gov/secretary-deb-haaland
3. [Deb Haaland – Biography on House.gov](https://haaland.house.gov/about/full-biography
5. [Deb Haaland – Forbes Profile](https://www.forbes.com/profile/deb-haaland
