Jeffrey Turco
Massachusetts state politician
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Jeffrey Rosario Turco is an American attorney, politician, and former law enforcement officer serving as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the 19th Suffolk district. He was elected in a March 30, 2021, special election.
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| Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the 19th Suffolk district | |
| Assumed office April 7, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Robert DeLeo |
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| Born | Jeffrey Rosario Turco Revere, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Children | 6 |
| Education | University of Massachusetts Amherst (BA) Quinnipiac University (JD) |
Early life and education
Turco was born in Revere, Massachusetts and graduated from Malden Catholic High School. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Juris Doctor from the Quinnipiac University School of Law.[1]
Career
Prior to entering politics, Turco owned and operated a law firm. He also served as a special sheriff and superintendent of the Worcester County Sheriff's Office. Turco was elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in a March 30, 2021 special election to replace Robert DeLeo.[2]
In addition to his role as a state rep, Turco is still active as an attorney. He frequently represents clients before the Licensing Board in Chelsea MA.
Political positions
A self-described moderate Democrat, Turco has stated that he voted for Donald Trump in the 2016 presidential election.[3] Turco has previously criticized Democratic politicians, including Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, and Elizabeth Warren, in Facebook posts before they were removed during his special election campaign.[4] Turco is Pro-Life.[5]
Personal life
Turco and his wife, Melissa, have six children.[6]