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Also Known As Rahm Israel Emanuel
Born November 29, 1959 (age 66) β€’ Chicago β€’ Illinois
Title / Office ambassador (2021-2025), United States β€’ mayor (2011-2019), Chicago β€’ White House Chief of Staff (2009-2010), United States β€’ House of Representatives (2003-2009), United States
Political Affiliation Democratic Party

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