Up until the second impeachment of Donald Trump, the name Joe Neguse was not yet known. After the verdict of the impeachment, Joe became popular not only in his hometown Colorado but also in the whole USA. Joe is one of the strong believers that Donald Trump should be held responsible for the insurrection in Capitol Hill on January 6, 2021.
But the result was not that he was looking forward to. The former president was not acquitted. Still, Joe has been praised for his resilience, hard work, and an emotional speech he gave during the trial. Joe is the first African American member of Congress in Colorado History. He also became the youngest impeachment manager ever.
Joe Neguse Wiki: Parents, Age, Ethnicity
Joseph D. Neguse was born on May 13, 1984, to his African parents Debesai Neguse and Azeib Neguse in Bakersfield, California. In 1980, Debesai Neguse fled from Eritrea, a small East African Country, and his wife joined him a year later.
Joe’s father was working as an English teacher back in his home nation. When he came to California, he enrolled in California State University, Bakersfield, while working. On the other hand, Joe’s mother also worked numerous jobs including bank teller. They raised Joe and his sister in California. When Joe was just 6 years old, they moved to Colorado.
Joe’s hard-working and decent parents have always taught him to never take for granted the freedom and opportunities they received in the USA.
Joe Neguse Education
After the family settled in Boulder, Joe went to CU Boulder school and completed high school education at Thunder Ridge High School. Then he attended the University of Colorado Boulder in 2002 and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Political Science GradeSumma Cum Laude in 2005. Later, in 2006, Joe got enrolled in the University of Colorado School of Law to earn his Doctor of Law in 2009.
Joe Neguse Career Biography
Joe worked as Associate Attorney for Holland and Hart LLP from 2009 for 6 years. He also worked as Regent, 2nd Congressional District for the University of Colorado for the same duration.
Joe then served as Executive Director for the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies. He won the election in 2018 and represents the 2nd district, Colorado, to the United States House of Representatives since 2019.
Joe Neguse Donald Trump Impeachment
Joe Neguse was appointed as the impeachment manager for the trial and hearing of Donald Trump’s second impeachment. He prosecuted the case against Donald Trump accusing him of responsibility for the insurrection of Capitol Hill on January 6, 2020. it was a bit personal for Joe as January 6 was the day when he was also inside Capitol Hill. When the riots hit Capitol Hill, he feared for his own life for being Black American. He texts message his wife and his daughter that he loves them.
For the impeachment, he stayed away from his home and family for 3 weeks and worked all night preparing for the trial. However, the result was not as he has expected. Donald Trump was acquitted for the second time.
Joe Neguse Wife, Married, Wedding, Children
Joe Neguse is a married man. Currently, Joe is married to his wife Andrea Jimenez Rael, whom he met in Boulder county. Andrea grew up in Broomfield and she is a very successful journalist, news editor, and blogger. Joe’s spouse was born on the 19th of March in 1987 to her parents Bill Rael and Gloria Jimenez. She graduated from the University of Colorado in Political science.
It was back in 2015, that Joe and his lovely wife, exchanged their marital vows. 2 years after their marriage, Andrea gave birth to their first child Natalie in August 2018. The couple along with their daughter is residing in Lafayette, Colorado.
Moreover, on January 6, 2021, when Joe was being evacuated from Capitol Hill, he messaged his wife telling her that he loves her and his daughter very much. It was a very fearful and panicking situation for the family nit knowing what will happen next especially on being inside the building.
The couple is still very much in love and Andrea has Tweeted how her husband sent her 2 dozen frozen roses on Valentine’s day.
Joe Neguse Net Worth, Salary 2021
As a member of the House of Representatives, Joe Neguse earns a salary of $174,000. And talking of his net worth, back in 2018, Joe wasn’t in a good place. However, in a matter of nearly 3 years now, Joe’s net worth has grown exponentially.
As of 2021, Joe Neguse’s net worth is estimated to be around $500,000. With a thriving career ahead of him, Joe has plenty of room for growth. Also, this young man is just 36 and is yet to serve through his profession. Thus, it will be safe to say that Joe’s net worth will definitely witness a rise in the years to come.
Joe Neguse Social Media
Joe likes to connect with people through his social media platform. For example, in his Instagram account repjoeneguse, he has never forgotten to wish his people on every occasion and celebration. He has also spoken for Black Lives Matter. He also uses his Instagram account to give few glimpses of his personal life.
His Twitter account @JoeNeguse is more of an official platform for him where he tweets mostly about the ongoing political situation. He has tweeted about the acquittal of Donald Trump for the second time being a disappointment.
On his official YouTube channel Rep. Joe Neguse, he has shared videos of the trial that took place during the second impeachment of Donald Trump. In one of the videos, he has quoted the impeachment is not for any other reason but for the love of the country. His channel to date has 168 subscribers and his posted videos have received 14,371 views.
Quick Wiki Facts and Information on Joe Neguse
| Full Name/Real Name | Joseph D. Neguse |
| Nickname | Joe |
| Date of Birth/Birthday | May 13, 1984 |
| Age | 36 |
| Birth Sign | Taurus |
| Born Country | USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Bakersfield, California |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Parents | African parents Debesai Neguse and Azeib Neguse |
| Siblings | 1 younger sister |
| Profession | Attorney |
| Education(college/university) | University of Colorado Boulder (BA, JD) |
| Marital status | Married |
| Wife | Andrea Jimenez Rael |
| Children | 2-year-old daughter Natalie |
| Social Media | Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube |
| Net Worth | $500,000 |
| Hair color | Black |
| Eye color | Black |
