Rep. Maxine Waters Maxine Moore WatersPowell, Mnuchin stress limits of current emergency lending programs Pelosi: House will stay in session until agreement is reached on coronavirus relief Omar invokes father's death from coronavirus in reaction to Woodward book MORE (D-Calif.), former Georgia gubernatorial nominee Stacey Abrams (D) and several presidential candidates are among the big names in politics addressing students at graduations this year.

Along with traditionally in-demand speakers like President Trump Donald John TrumpBiden on Trump's refusal to commit to peaceful transfer of power: 'What country are we in?' Romney: 'Unthinkable and unacceptable' to not commit to peaceful transition of power Two Louisville police officers shot amid Breonna Taylor grand jury protests MORE and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton Hillary Diane Rodham ClintonDemocratic groups using Bloomberg money to launch M in Spanish language ads in Florida The Hill's Campaign Report: Presidential polls tighten weeks out from Election Day More than 50 Latino faith leaders endorse Biden MORE, this year's crop of commencement speakers reflect a country inching closer to the highly anticipated 2020 presidential race.

A number of universities have already announced Democratic presidential candidates as commencement speakers in recent months, picking from a field that has now grown to more than 20.

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Two Democratic presidential hopefuls — New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker Cory Anthony BookerBipartisan praise pours in after Ginsburg's death DHS opens probe into allegations at Georgia ICE facility Democratic lawmakers call for an investigation into allegations of medical neglect at Georgia ICE facility MORE and New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Kirsten GillibrandSunday shows preview: Justice Ginsburg dies, sparking partisan battle over vacancy before election Suburban moms are going to decide the 2020 election Jon Stewart urges Congress to help veterans exposed to burn pits MORE — have secured commencement opportunities at colleges located in key primary states.

Former Democratic Rep. Beto O’Rourke (Texas), who surged to popularity last year in a nail-biter Senate race against Republican Sen. Ted Cruz Rafael (Ted) Edward CruzCruz blocks amended resolution honoring Ginsburg over language about her dying wish Trump argues full Supreme Court needed to settle potential election disputes Press: Notorious RBG vs Notorious GOP MORE in Texas, also spoke at the Paul Quinn College, the oldest historically black college in Texas, on May 4.

Below is a list of notable political figures who will be delivering commencement addresses in the coming weeks.

Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) – South Carolina State University, May 10

Booker will serve as the commencement speaker for South Carolina State University's spring graduating class on Friday. Last year, the senator spoke at Temple University's commencement ceremony.

South Carolina State, a historically black university, praised Booker for policies that it said advances "economic and equal justice -- including leading efforts to reform the broken criminal justice system, increase wages, ensure hard work is fairly rewarded and protect the rights of all Americans to breathe clean air and drink clean water."

Stacey Abrams – American University, May 11

Abrams will be delivering the commencement address for the graduating class of American University in the nation’s capital. The school said she will also be receiving an honorary Doctor of Laws degree.

American University President Sylvia M. Burwell said that Abrams "is the embodiment of a big thinker with bold ideas" and said it “is both an honor and a privilege to welcome her to our campus to deliver the School of Public Affairs commencement address."

Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) – University of the District of Columbia, May 11

The California congresswoman will be addressing the graduating class of University of the District of Columbia this week. The address for the historically black university has been titled, “Making Black History.” Waters spoke at the Texas Southern University's Thurgood Marshall School Of Law last year.

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) – New England College, May 11

The New York senator will speak at the commencement ceremony for New England College's graduating class. The university praised Gillibrand for "leading the fight to reform the justice system for sexual assault survivors in the military and on college campuses" in a release announcing the senator as the college's 2019 commencement speaker.

New England College President Michele D. Perkins said she was "delighted" the senator agreed to speak at the college's ceremony and called her "a leader in some of the toughest fights in Washington."

Vice President Pence – Liberty University, May 11

Pence will address the graduating class of Liberty University through a video conference from Washington, D.C., to the school’s campus in Lynchburg, Va., this week. The ceremony will be held in university’s Vines Center, which was also the satellite location for the Conservative Political Action Conference.

The vice president will also speak to 2019 graduating class of Taylor University next weekend in Indiana.

In 2017, Pence also delivered the commencement speech at the University of Notre Dame, where a group of graduating students walked out during his remarks to protest Trump administration policies.

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Sen. Susan Collins Susan Margaret CollinsClub for Growth to spend million in ads for Trump Supreme Court nominee Maryland's GOP governor says Republicans shouldn't rush SCOTUS vote before election The Hill's Morning Report - Sponsored by Facebook - GOP closes ranks to fill SCOTUS vacancy by November MORE (R-Maine) – Husson University, May 11

The Maine senator will be speaking at Husson University’s graduation ceremony on Saturday in Bangor. She addressed the graduating class of Colby College last year.

Husson University President Robert A. Clark praised Collins for “constantly working to transform the lives of the people of Maine” and said her “insights into the importance of positive change, and the need to work with others, make her insights critically important during these difficult times.”

Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor – Manhattan College, May 17

The justice will deliver the commencement address for the graduating class of Manhattan College next week. During the ceremony, Sotomayor will also receive an honorary degree. Sotomayor, a Bronx native, will be the first sitting justice to speak at the New York college.

Michael Bloomberg Michael BloombergDemocratic groups using Bloomberg money to launch M in Spanish language ads in Florida Bloomberg pays fines for 32,000 felons in Florida so they can vote Top Democratic super PAC launches Florida ad blitz after Bloomberg donation MORE – Washington University, May 17

Bloomberg, a former New York City mayor, will be speaking at Washington University’s 2019 graduation ceremony in St. Louis next weekend. Last year, Bloomberg served as commencement speaker at Rice University's graduation ceremony.

Washington University Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton called Bloomberg “one of our most creative and innovative leaders” and said he has “no doubt that he will deliver a Commencement address that will leave our graduates inspired and motivated to make their own impact on the world.”

Madeleine Albright – Bucknell University, May 19

The former secretary of State will be the commencement speaker for the graduating class of Bucknell University in Pennsylvania.

Bucknell President John Bravman praised Albright's “life of courageous service” in a statement and added that her legacy “has not only left an indelible mark on the world in which we live, but it is also a profound example of what one can achieve when equipped with the critical-thinking skills, creativity and intellectual curiosity associated with a broad education."

Rep. John Lewis John LewisTrump to pay respects to Ginsburg at Supreme Court Democrats urge Biden to resist filibuster, court-packing calls Rep. Bill Pascrell named chair of House oversight panel MORE (D-Ga.) – Framingham State University, May 26

The Georgia congressman and civil rights icon will deliver the commencement address at Framingham State University in Massachusetts later this month.

Framingham State President F. Javier Cevallos said he can “think of no one else more qualified to show our graduates what it means to live a life that is dedicated to doing good for others," saying: "As a leader during the Civil Rights Movement, and a voice for the vulnerable and oppressed during his more than 30 years in the House of Representatives, Congressman Lewis is a true inspiration to our students, faculty and staff."

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi Nancy PelosiHoyer: House should vote on COVID-19 aid — with or without a bipartisan deal Ruth Bader Ginsburg lies in repose at Supreme Court McCarthy threatens motion to oust Pelosi if she moves forward with impeachment MORE (D-Calif.) – San Francisco State University, May 28

Pelosi will deliver the commencement address to the 2019 graduating class of San Francisco State University. Last year, she spoke to the class of graduates at Mount Holyoke College.

San Francisco State University honored Pelosi for “having made history in 2007 when she was elected the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House” and for representing San Francisco’s 12th District in Congress for the past 31 years.

Hillary Clinton – Hunter College, May 29

The former secretary of State and 2016 Democratic presidential nominee will deliver the commencement address to graduates at Hunter College at Madison Square Garden. During the ceremony, Clinton will also be awarded the college’s inaugural Eleanor Roosevelt Distinguished Leadership Award for her achievements in public service. Last year, Clinton spoke to the graduating class of Yale University.

“For more than a generation, she has been at the forefront of progressive change, including change for women, which is an essential part of Hunter’s history. I’m confident she will be a messenger of inspiration and hope for our students,” Hunter College President Jennifer J. Raab said of Clinton.

President Trump – U.S. Air Force Academy, May 30

The president will be speaking to the 2019 graduating class at the U.S. Air Force Academy's graduation in Colorado Springs, Colo., later this month. Last year, the president delivered the commencement address at the Naval Academy and spoke at the Coast Guard Academy’s graduation the year before.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel – Harvard University, May 30

The German chancellor will be speaking at Harvard University’s graduation ceremony later this month in Massachusetts. She will also receive an honorary degree from the school.

Harvard President Larry Bacow called Merkel "one of the most widely admired and broadly influential statespeople of our time" and said "over her four terms as Germany’s chancellor, her leadership has done much to shape the course not only of her nation, but also of Europe and the larger world.”

Anita Hill Anita Faye HillAnita Hill says she'll vote for Biden Biden set to accept nomination in convention-closing address 50 years covering Biden MORE – Wellesley College, May 31

The Brandeis University professor of social policy who captured the country’s attention in 1991 during her congressional testimony against then-Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas will be the commencement speaker for the 2019 graduating class of Wellesley College in Massachusetts.

Former Vice President Joe Biden Joe BidenBiden on Trump's refusal to commit to peaceful transfer of power: 'What country are we in?' Democratic groups using Bloomberg money to launch M in Spanish language ads in Florida Harris faces pivotal moment with Supreme Court battle MORE, who's running for the White House, has faced criticism over his treatment of Hill as chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee during Thomas's nomination. Paula A. Johnson, president of Wellesley College, said Hill “exemplifies moral courage” and added that “throughout her career, she has spoken truth to power, reminding us of the impact that a single voice can have.”