Louie Gohmert
American politician and lawyer
Born
August 18th, 1953
71 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A lawyer and politician, served as a U.S. Representative for Texas's 1st congressional district from 2005 to 2021. Gohmert was a member of the Republican Party and was known for his conservative stance on numerous issues. During tenure in Congress, participated in several high-profile committee assignments, including the House Judiciary Committee. Advocated for various policies related to immigration, national security, and government spending.
Served as a U.S. Representative from 2005 to 2021
Was a member of the House Judiciary Committee
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