The 14 Hottest Blacks Working on Capitol Hill

See photos of the hottest Black movers and shakers working on Capitol Hill.

14 Hottest Blacks On Capitol Hill - They’re smart, photogenic, stylish, and each one exudes an air of power. They understand how Washington works, and know how to work it. BET.com combed the Nation’s Cap to get this narrowed-down list of 14 of DC’s most attractive Black insiders, movers and shakers, politicos and journalists! Meet them.

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14 Hottest Blacks On Capitol Hill - They’re smart, photogenic, stylish, and each one exudes an air of power. They understand how Washington works, and know how to work it. BET.com combed the Nation’s Cap to get this narrowed-down list of 14 of DC’s most attractive Black insiders, movers and shakers, politicos and journalists! Meet them.

Rep. Andre Carson (D-Indiana) - This Congressman representing the 7th district of Indiana had big shoes to fill, but he stepped into them without missing a beat. What are the top issues on his agenda? Fixing the broken education system and ensuring our nation’s safety.

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Rep. Andre Carson (D-Indiana) - This Congressman representing the 7th district of Indiana had big shoes to fill, but he stepped into them without missing a beat. What are the top issues on his agenda? Fixing the broken education system and ensuring our nation’s safety.

Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-NY) - She’s the youngest African-American Congresswoman, and may we say she sets the bar high. Not only does she work hard to advance the Black agenda in Congress and fight for the education of children, but she does it with a hot style, and shoes that are to die for.

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Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-NY) - She’s the youngest African-American Congresswoman, and may we say she sets the bar high. Not only does she work hard to advance the Black agenda in Congress and fight for the education of children, but she does it with a hot style, and shoes that are to die for.

Joe Johns - This Capitol Hill veteran needs no introduction. If you don’t know who he is, you should. He is CNN Capitol Hill Correspondent and political impresario Joe Johns. He deserves more than a thank you for keeping politicians on their toes by making them accountable for what they’re doing with your cash.

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Joe Johns - This Capitol Hill veteran needs no introduction. If you don’t know who he is, you should. He is CNN Capitol Hill Correspondent and political impresario Joe Johns. He deserves more than a thank you for keeping politicians on their toes by making them accountable for what they’re doing with your cash.

Noelle LuSane - This politically savvy sister’s beauty takes us back to Africa. Noelle LuSane is the Staff Director for the Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health in the Office of Rep. Donald M. Payne (D-NJ). She cares about bridging the gap between the motherland and the United States, and we’d love to join in the cause.

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Noelle LuSane - This politically savvy sister’s beauty takes us back to Africa. Noelle LuSane is the Staff Director for the Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health in the Office of Rep. Donald M. Payne (D-NJ). She cares about bridging the gap between the motherland and the United States, and we’d love to join in the cause.

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Pamela Gentry - Her passion for politics is palpable, and apparently we’re not the only ones that have taken notice. Meet Pamela Gentry, senior political analyst and BET.com’s resident political know-it-all. Not only does she keep us updated on Washington in her blog, “Pamela on Politics,” but she gives you D.C.’s real deal on CNN, Fox, MSNBC, BBC & NPR on the regular.

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Pamela Gentry - Her passion for politics is palpable, and apparently we’re not the only ones that have taken notice. Meet Pamela Gentry, senior political analyst and BET.com’s resident political know-it-all. Not only does she keep us updated on Washington in her blog, “Pamela on Politics,” but she gives you D.C.’s real deal on CNN, Fox, MSNBC, BBC & NPR on the regular.

David Johns - Meet ultra-intellectual brother David Johns. Not only did he graduate from Columbia University summa cum laude, but he’s also Senior Education Advisor to the Senate Health Education Labor and Pension (HELP) Committee chaired by Sen. Edward Kennedy (D-MA). What’s all that mean? He knows how to make staying in school and being educated look good.

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David Johns - Meet ultra-intellectual brother David Johns. Not only did he graduate from Columbia University summa cum laude, but he’s also Senior Education Advisor to the Senate Health Education Labor and Pension (HELP) Committee chaired by Sen. Edward Kennedy (D-MA). What’s all that mean? He knows how to make staying in school and being educated look good.

Curtis Johnson - Who can object to Curtis Johnson’s hotness? He’s a Legislative Correspondent to Rep. Bobby Rush (D-IL) and knows the importance of staying close to God, helping his fellow brother and looking good in a suit.

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Curtis Johnson - Who can object to Curtis Johnson’s hotness? He’s a Legislative Correspondent to Rep. Bobby Rush (D-IL) and knows the importance of staying close to God, helping his fellow brother and looking good in a suit.

Angela Rye - Worry less about our nation’s safety with Angela Rye around. She’s Senior Advisor and Counsel to the House Committee on Homeland Security, where Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), is chair. While the nations trying to rebound from the recession, she’s working hard to ensure that African Americans and small business owners get a piece of the pie.

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Angela Rye - Worry less about our nation’s safety with Angela Rye around. She’s Senior Advisor and Counsel to the House Committee on Homeland Security, where Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), is chair. While the nations trying to rebound from the recession, she’s working hard to ensure that African Americans and small business owners get a piece of the pie.

Mikael Moore - Everyone takes notice of the way this brother walks through the halls of the Hill with old-school swagger and style. Mikael Moore is the Chief of Staff for Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA), the Chairwoman of the Housing and Community Opportunity Subcommittee. With foreclosures on the rise, Moore is using bold and decisive actions to help his boss push housing policy in Congress. Don’t we all just love a brother with ambition?

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Mikael Moore - Everyone takes notice of the way this brother walks through the halls of the Hill with old-school swagger and style. Mikael Moore is the Chief of Staff for Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA), the Chairwoman of the Housing and Community Opportunity Subcommittee. With foreclosures on the rise, Moore is using bold and decisive actions to help his boss push housing policy in Congress. Don’t we all just love a brother with ambition?

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Andre Showell - With his baritone voice, Obama-esque swag and political acumen, we couldn’t help but take notice of this brother. Meet Andre Showell, BET News’ White House Correspondent, producer and media go-to. His ability to report the happenings on the Hill and keep us in the know about President O. without breaking a sweat makes him hot.

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Andre Showell - With his baritone voice, Obama-esque swag and political acumen, we couldn’t help but take notice of this brother. Meet Andre Showell, BET News’ White House Correspondent, producer and media go-to. His ability to report the happenings on the Hill and keep us in the know about President O. without breaking a sweat makes him hot.

Tara Setmayer - She’s arguably the hottest voice of the Republican Party and in our democrat-dominated government she makes the GOP look good. Tara Setmayer is the Communications Director for Rep. Dana Rohrabacher (R-CA), conservative commentator and political strategist. She’s working hard to rebuild the republican image and starting with herself. We’d say she’s doing a fine job.

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Tara Setmayer - She’s arguably the hottest voice of the Republican Party and in our democrat-dominated government she makes the GOP look good. Tara Setmayer is the Communications Director for Rep. Dana Rohrabacher (R-CA), conservative commentator and political strategist. She’s working hard to rebuild the republican image and starting with herself. We’d say she’s doing a fine job.

Jamal Simmons - We’ve all seen this handsome political analyst debate the issues on CNN throughout the election; but what really makes Jamal Simmons tick? Not only does he have the sensibility to go toe-to-toe with the best and brightest politicos, but he does it with the nicest smile we’ve seen in awhile.

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Jamal Simmons - We’ve all seen this handsome political analyst debate the issues on CNN throughout the election; but what really makes Jamal Simmons tick? Not only does he have the sensibility to go toe-to-toe with the best and brightest politicos, but he does it with the nicest smile we’ve seen in awhile.

Yanique Moore - In a town filled with pinstripes and political policy, she brings Hollywood glamour to the Hill. Yanique Moore’s Heroine Boudoir collection keeps the women on Capitol Hill fly with an assortment of handbags, jewelry and accessories that pay homage to African-American icons like Josephine Baker, Lena Horne and Billie Holiday. We’ll take two of whatever she’s got, if we can look that hot.

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Yanique Moore - In a town filled with pinstripes and political policy, she brings Hollywood glamour to the Hill. Yanique Moore’s Heroine Boudoir collection keeps the women on Capitol Hill fly with an assortment of handbags, jewelry and accessories that pay homage to African-American icons like Josephine Baker, Lena Horne and Billie Holiday. We’ll take two of whatever she’s got, if we can look that hot.

Todd Valentine - His style belongs on the cover of GQ, but instead he chose to bless the Hill with his intellect. Meet Todd Valentine, who serves as Special Assistant to U.S. Rep. Kendrick B. Meek (D-FL), and is responsible for keeping the Congressman in the know.

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Todd Valentine - His style belongs on the cover of GQ, but instead he chose to bless the Hill with his intellect. Meet Todd Valentine, who serves as Special Assistant to U.S. Rep. Kendrick B. Meek (D-FL), and is responsible for keeping the Congressman in the know.

Paul A. Greene - Meet the man behind making all of this magic happen. Photographer Paul A. Greene lent his talent and ability to the BET.com Hottest on the Hill photo shoot, and may we say he knocked it out of the park. Check out his website; http://www.pagreene-photographer.com/.

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Paul A. Greene - Meet the man behind making all of this magic happen. Photographer Paul A. Greene lent his talent and ability to the BET.com Hottest on the Hill photo shoot, and may we say he knocked it out of the park. Check out his website; http://www.pagreene-photographer.com/.