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44, Utah — 1, R
A former quarterback for Utah State University and then foreign service officer for the U.S. Department of State. Blake has worked extensively with George W. Bush Institute’s school leadership team and is a husband and father of 3 boys. Born and raised in Ogden, Utah, he is the youngest of five siblings, Blake graduated as valedictorian from Ogden High School before earning a degree from the University of Utah. Prior to politics, he worked as a management consultant, focusing on defense and healthcare. In Congress, he serves on the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Budget Committee. In November 2023, he was elected as Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference, becoming the first Utahn to hold a leadership position in the House or Senate.
“I will continue to push federal agencies to run efficiently and effectively, with accountability to American taxpayers.”
38, Georgia, D