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Jeffrey Rosario Turco is an American attorney, politician, and former law enforcement officer serving as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the 19th Suffolk district. He was elected in a March 30, 2021, special election.

Early life and education

Turco was born in Revere, Massachusetts and graduated from Malden Catholic High School. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Juris Doctor from the Quinnipiac University School of Law.[1]

Career

Prior to entering politics, Turco owned and operated a law firm. He also served as a special sheriff and superintendent of the Worcester County Sheriff's Office. Turco was elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in a March 30, 2021 special election to replace Robert DeLeo.[2]

In addition to his role as a state rep, Turco is still active as an attorney. He frequently represents clients before the Licensing Board in Chelsea MA.

Political positions

A self-described moderate Democrat, Turco has stated that he voted for Donald Trump in the 2016 presidential election.[3] Turco has previously criticized Democratic politicians, including Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, and Elizabeth Warren, in Facebook posts before they were removed during his special election campaign.[4] Turco is Pro-Life.[5]

Personal life

Turco and his wife, Melissa, have six children.[6]

References

  1. ^ "Jeffrey Turco". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2021-05-12.
  2. ^ "Jeffrey Turco wins 19th Suffolk special election to fill DeLeo's seat". Boston Herald. 2021-03-31. Retrieved 2021-05-12.
  3. ^ "Ex-Trump backer wins Massachusetts House special election". AP NEWS. 2021-03-31. Retrieved 2021-05-12.
  4. ^ "Jeff Turco Voted For Trump And Mocked Warren. Then He Won A Democratic Primary In Mass". www.wbur.org. Retrieved 2021-05-12.
  5. ^ "Jeff Turco says he's a 'moderate.' Pro-choice groups say he's a 'threat.' | Boston.com". www.boston.com. Retrieved 2021-05-12.
  6. ^ Staff, Journal (14 April 2021). "Turco Sworn in as State Representative". reverejournal.com. Retrieved 2021-05-12.
source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeffrey_Turco