"Jaime Herrera Beutler is a U.S. congresswoman who represented Washington's 3rd congressional district in the House of Representatives. Born on November 3, 1978, in Glendale, California, she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Washington. Herrera Beutler started her political career as an intern for State Senator Joe Zarelli and later worked for U.S. Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers. She was elected to Congress in 2010. Known for her moderate views, she has been a member of the Republican Party, focusing on health care, economic growth, and veterans' issues."