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Senator Cory Booker Marries Alexis Lewis in Intimate Ceremonies
11/30/2025, 8:14:31 PM
Celebrating Love in Two Ceremonies
Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey and Alexis Lewis were married in two private ceremonies in late November 2025. The couple first legally wed on November 24 at the U.S. District Court in Newark, New Jersey, officiated by Judge Julien Xavier Neals, with their parents as witnesses. Following this, they celebrated their marriage in an interfaith ceremony on November 29 in Washington, D.C., attended only by close family. The ceremony was blessed by both a rabbi and a pastor, honoring their respective Christian and Jewish faiths.
Background of the Couple
Cory Booker, 56, has served as New Jersey's senator since 2013 and previously held the position of mayor of Newark. Alexis Lewis, 38, is a director of investments at Brasa Capital Management, a real estate investment firm in Los Angeles. She has a bachelor's degree from New York University and an MBA from Cornell University. Lewis previously worked for former Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, focusing on economic policy and commercial development.
The couple began dating in May 2024, introduced by a mutual friend known for successful matchmaking. They announced their engagement in September 2025 after a year and a half of dating. Booker described Lewis as “one of the greatest unearned blessings of my life,” highlighting her transformative impact on his personal and professional life.
Details of the Ceremonies
The D.C. ceremony took place under a huppah, surrounded by family and memories of their grandparents. The couple celebrated with Italian pastries and a vegan chocolate chip cookie dough cake, aligning with Booker’s vegan diet. The couple expressed their gratitude on social media, stating, “Hearts full and so grateful. We said ‘I do’ in two places that shaped us — Cory’s beloved Newark and Alexis’s hometown of Washington, D.C.”
Criticism & Opposition
While the couple's marriage was celebrated by many, some critics pointed out the potential implications of Booker's personal life on his political career. Speculation surrounding his future political ambitions, particularly a potential run for the presidency in 2028, has been a topic of discussion among political analysts.
Official Statements & Responses
Booker’s spokesperson, Maya Krishna-Rogers, confirmed the details of the ceremonies and emphasized the couple's desire for privacy leading up to their wedding. Booker’s long-standing commitment to public service and his recent record-setting speech in the Senate have kept him in the public eye, further fueling interest in his personal life.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Alexis is one of the greatest unearned blessings of my life,” — Cory Booker
What's Next
As the couple embarks on their new life together, observers will be watching to see how this personal milestone may influence Booker's political trajectory, especially as discussions about the 2028 presidential election begin to unfold.
