From 'Mom in Tennis Shoes' to Second in Line: Patty Murray's Rise to Senate President Pro Tempore

Elected in 1993, Patty Murray went from being a "mom in tennis shoes" to second in line for the presidency.

As Senate president pro tempore, Murray follows VP Harris in presidential succession with House speaker role vacant.

Murray was chosen for pro tempore role in 2021, skipping over senior Sen. Feinstein.

She got involved in politics after being told she couldn't make a difference as "just a mom in tennis shoes."

With House speaker vote stalled, presidential line of succession puts Murray in prominent position.