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