About
Janet Ann Napolitano is an American politician and lawyer. She served as the United States Secretary of Homeland Security from 2009 to 2013 under President Barack Obama. Prior to that, she was the 21st Governor of Arizona from 2003 to 2009, and the Attorney General of Arizona from 1999 to 2003. Currently, she is a faculty member at the Goldman School of Public Policy at the University of California, Berkeley.
Career Timeline
Becomes a Partner
Becomes the first female partner at the law firm Lewis and Roca.
Attorney General of Arizona
Elected as the Attorney General of Arizona, focusing on consumer protection and environmental enforcement.
Governor of Arizona
Elected as the Governor of Arizona, addressing education, healthcare, and border security.
Secretary of Homeland Security
Appointed Secretary of Homeland Security, overseeing national security efforts.
Leaves Homeland Security
Resigns as Secretary to become president of the University of California.
Professor at UC Berkeley
Joins the faculty at the Goldman School of Public Policy, shaping future leaders.
Influential Public Figure
Continues to be an influential figure in public policy and national security discourse.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026