Dan Crenshaw
Dan Crenshaw (born March 14, 1984) is an American politician and former United States Navy SEAL officer serving as the U.S. Representative for Texas's 2nd congressional district since 2019. He is a member of the Republican Party.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Dan Crenshaw was born in Aberdeen, Scotland, while his father was working in the petroleum industry. He grew up in Katy, Texas, and graduated from Tufts University with a degree in International Relations. He later earned a Master of Public Administration from the Harvard Kennedy School.
Military Career[edit | edit source]
Crenshaw served as a Navy SEAL for ten years, including five tours of duty. During his third deployment in Afghanistan, he was injured by an improvised explosive device (IED), which resulted in the loss of his right eye. He was awarded two Bronze Star Medals, the Purple Heart, and the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with valor.
Political Career[edit | edit source]
In 2018, Crenshaw was elected to the United States House of Representatives for Texas's 2nd congressional district. He has been an advocate for veterans' issues, national security, and healthcare reform. Crenshaw is known for his active presence on social media and his efforts to engage younger voters.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Crenshaw is married to Tara Blake, and they reside in Houston, Texas. He is an advocate for veterans and frequently speaks on issues related to military service and national security.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
- [Official website](https://crenshaw.house.gov)
- [Dan Crenshaw on Twitter](https://twitter.com/DanCrenshawTX)
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