Ted Deutch is an American politician and member of the Democratic Party. He has served as a U.S. Representative for Florida's 22nd congressional district since 2017. Before that, he represented Florida's 19th congressional district from 2010 to 2017. Deutch is known for his work on issues such as healthcare, education, and environmental protection. Born on May 7, 1966, in New York City, Deutch earned his law degree from Boston University. He began his political career in the Florida State Legislature before moving to Congress. Throughout his tenure, he has been an advocate for various social and economic reforms.