Rachel Reeves is a British politician and member of the Labour Party. She has served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Leeds West since 2010. Known for her work in economic policy, Reeves has held various positions within the party, including Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, where she focuses on financial issues and economic recovery. Reeves was born on February 13, 1979, in Lewisham, London. She studied at Oxford University and later earned a master's degree from the London School of Economics. Before entering politics, she worked in finance and as a civil servant, gaining experience that informs her political career.