Adam Schiff, a U.S. Senator from California since 2024, was previously a U.S. Representative. In June 2023, the House of Representatives, controlled by Republicans at the time, voted to censure him over his role in investigations into former President Donald Trump’s alleged ties to Russia and his involvement in Trump’s first impeachment. This censure was a formal reprimand, passed by a vote of 213-209, with six Republicans voting present. Since then he has transitioned to the Senate, from the House.

• House Resolution 521 - June 21, 2023 - Vote 213 (R), 209 (D), 6 (R) - Investigated Schiff's role in promoting Trump-Russia collusion theory, censured for misleading the public.

The resolution not only censured Schiff but also directed the House Ethics Committee to launch an investigation into his actions, adding another layer of scrutiny.

Schiff, in response to the censure, expressed defiance, stating he would wear it as a “badge of honor.” This stance was echoed by Democrats who gathered around him on the House floor, clapping and cheering, viewing the censure as an attack on truth-telling rather than a legitimate disciplinary action.