Mike Johanns
American lawyer and Secretary of Agriculture
Born
June 18th, 1950
75 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A lawyer and politician served as the 28th Secretary of Agriculture from 2005 to 2007 under President George W. Bush. Prior to this role, served as the Governor of Nebraska from 1999 to 2005. Represented Nebraska in the U.S. Senate from 2009 to 2015. Focused on agricultural policies and rural development during tenure.
Served as Secretary of Agriculture
Governor of Nebraska
U.S. Senator from Nebraska
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