Gary Condit

American politician and businessman

Gary Condit - American politician and businessman
Born

April 21st, 1948
77 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1989 to 2003. Represented California's 18th congressional district. Played a significant role in various legislative initiatives during the 1990s. Gained national attention in 2001 due to a high-profile criminal investigation involving the disappearance of an intern, which overshadowed his political career and led to a decrease in approval ratings. Did not seek re-election in 2002.

Represented California's 18th congressional district

Involved in legislative initiatives in the 1990s

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