Joe Baca

Joe Baca (José E. Baca) is an American politician who served as a U.S. Representative from California from 1999 to 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he represented districts in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. In Congress, Baca was known for work on issues affecting working families, veterans, and Latino communities, and he participated in caucuses focused on Hispanic and border-related concerns. After leaving the House, he remained active in public affairs and community advocacy. Baca’s tenure spanned seven terms, covering a period of significant demographic and political change in California and the nation.