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Also Known As	Marco Antonio Rubio
Born	May 28, 1971 (age 53) • Miami • Florida • (Birthday in 7 days)
Title / Office	United States Senate (2010-2025), United States
Political Affiliation	Republican Party • Tea Party movement
Role In	United States presidential election of 2016

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