Debbie Wasserman Schultz was born on September 27, 1966 in Queens, New York City, New York, USA. She has been married to Steve Schultz since February 16, 1991. They have three children.
Chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee (May 4, 2011 - July 28, 2016).
First congresswoman of Jewish ancestry to be elected in the State of Florida.
Breast cancer survivor.
Attended the University of Florida in Gainesville, where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree 1988 and her Master of Arts degree in 1990, both in political science.
Mother of twins Jake and Rebecca (born in 2000) and Shelby.