Christian Manuel

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Christian Van Manuel, also known as Christian Manuel Hayes,[1] (born October 19, 1985) is an American politician who represents district 22 of the Texas House of Representatives. A member of the Democratic Party, he was sworn in on January 10, 2023.

Preceded byJoe Deshotel
Born (1985-10-19) October 19, 1985 (age 40)
Nederland, Texas
PartyDemocratic
Alma materLamar University
Quick facts Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 22nd district, Preceded by ...
Christian Manuel
Member of the Texas House of Representatives
from the 22nd district
Incumbent
Assumed office
January 10, 2023
Preceded byJoe Deshotel
Personal details
Born (1985-10-19) October 19, 1985 (age 40)
Nederland, Texas
PartyDemocratic
Alma materLamar University
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Early life

Manuel was born in Nederland, Texas and raised in Port Arthur. His mother was an educator and his father worked with the U.S. Coast Guard.[2]

Political career

Prior to holding public office, Manuel was chief of staff to Representative Joe Deshotel, his predecessor.[2] Manuel worked for Deshotel for 18 years.[2]

Manuel was elected in 2022, receiving 56.5% of the vote against Republican opponent Jacorian Randle.[3] He was sworn in on January 10, 2023.[4]

Personal life

Manuel is one of three openly gay black people in the 88th Texas legislature.[3]

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