Attorney General Rob Bonta
34th Attorney General of the State of California

On April 23, 2021, Rob Bonta was sworn in as the 34th Attorney General of the State of California, the first person of Filipino descent to occupy the position. Attorney General Bonta's passion for justice and fairness was instilled in him by his parents, who served on the frontlines of some of America's most important social justice movements. It's why he decided to become a lawyer — to help right historic wrongs and fight for people who have been harmed. He worked his way through college and graduated with honors from Yale University and attended Yale Law School. Attorney General Bonta has led statewide fights for racial, economic, and environmental justice and worked to further the rights of immigrant families, renters, and working Californians. He previously worked as a Deputy City Attorney for the City and County of San Francisco, served as an Alameda Council Member and represented Oakland, Alameda, and San Leandro as an Assemblymember.
As the People's Attorney, he sees seeking accountability from those who abuse their power and harm others as one of the most important functions of the job. He has taken on powerful interests and advanced systemic change — pursuing corporate accountability, standing up for workers, punishing big polluters, and fighting racial injustice. Attorney General Bonta is the son of a proud native Filipino mother and a father who taught him the value of public service to his community. He is married to Mia Bonta, and they are the proud parents of three children Reina, Iliana, and Andres.
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Welcome Celebration
6:00 PM
Join LULAC National and the California Host Committee for the official Welcome Celebration as we celebrate 96 years of unwavering resilience, persistence, and hard work by LULAC members—not only in California, but across the United States. From desegregating public schools in Mendez v. Westminster (1947), to fighting Proposition 187 (1994), to aiding families affected by the 2025 wildfires, LULAC has stood strong in the face of adversity. This night, we celebrate that legacy—with live music, light refreshments, and unmistakable California style.