John Ensign

Physician and U.S. Senator from Nevada

John Ensign - Physician and U.S. Senator from Nevada
Born

March 25th, 1958
67 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Born in 1958, a physician and politician held office as a U.S. Senator from Nevada from 2001 to 2011. Prior to serving in the Senate, held positions in the Nevada State Legislature. Focused on health care policies and veteran affairs during Senate tenure. Resigned from the Senate amidst an ethics investigation in 2011.

Served as a U.S. Senator from Nevada

Implemented health care policies in Congress

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