Beto O'Rourke is an American politician and former U.S. Representative from Texas. He gained national attention during his 2018 campaign for the U.S. Senate, where he ran against incumbent Senator Ted Cruz. Although he lost the election, O'Rourke's campaign was notable for its grassroots fundraising and high voter turnout. In 2020, O'Rourke ran for the Democratic nomination for President of the United States. He focused on issues such as gun control, immigration reform, and climate change. After suspending his campaign, he continued to be active in Texas politics and advocacy efforts.