Mark Sanford

American politician and governor

Mark Sanford - American politician and governor
Born

May 28th, 1960
65 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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A military veteran served in the United States Air Force. Elected as the 115th Governor of South Carolina, held office from 2003 to 2011. During tenure, focused on fiscal conservatism and reducing state spending. Resigned as Governor in 2011 amid a personal scandal.

Served as Governor of South Carolina from 2003 to 2011

Represented South Carolina in the U.S. House from 2013 to 2019

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