J-L Cauvin
American comedian, lawyer, politician
Jean-Louis Cauvin (pronounced koh-VAN; born April 24, 1979), better known by his stage name J-L Cauvin, is an American attorney and stand-up comedian. He is best known for his political satire and Donald Trump impression. In 2026, he unsuccessfully ran in New Jersey's 11th congressional district special election.
Early life
Jean-Louis "J-L" Cauvin was born on April 24, 1979, in the Bronx, a borough of New York City, to a Haitian father and an Irish-American mother. He earned his undergraduate degree from Williams College, where he also competed in varsity athletics.
Cauvin was raised Catholic, and continues to practice.
Career
In the early 2000s, Cauvin pursued a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center. While enrolled, he began performing stand-up comedy across New York and New Jersey. Cauvin graduated and passed the bar examination in 2005. He went on to serve as an Assistant District Attorney in the Bronx County District Attorney's Office.
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