Jim Inhofe

U.S. Senator and military officer

Jim Inhofe - U.S. Senator and military officer
Born

November 17th, 1934
90 years ago

Died

July 9th, 2024
0 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a United States Senator from Oklahoma from 1994 to 2021, holding the position of Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. Previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1987 to 1994. Completed a Bachelor's degree in economics and served in the U.S. Army as a second lieutenant. Engaged in various legislative initiatives related to national defense and environmental policies. Retired from the Senate in January 2021.

Led Senate Environment and Public Works Committee

Served in U.S. Army as second lieutenant

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