Mark Meadows
| Name | Mark Meadows |
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| Birth date | July 28, 1959 |
| Birth place | Verdun, France |
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| Occupation | Politician, Former White House Chief of Staff |
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Mark Randall Meadows (born July 28, 1959) is an American politician who served as the 29th White House Chief of Staff from March 31, 2020, to January 20, 2021, under President Donald Trump. Prior to his role in the Trump administration, Meadows was a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing North Carolina's 11th congressional district from 2013 to 2020.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Mark Meadows was born in Verdun, France, where his father was serving in the United States Army. He grew up in Brandon, Florida, and attended the University of South Florida, where he earned an Associate of Arts degree. Meadows later moved to North Carolina, where he became involved in local business and politics.
Political Career[edit | edit source]
U.S. House of Representatives[edit | edit source]
Meadows was elected to the United States House of Representatives in 2012, representing North Carolina's 11th congressional district. During his tenure, he was known for his conservative stance and was a founding member of the House Freedom Caucus, a group of conservative Republican members of the House.
Meadows played a significant role in several legislative efforts, including attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act. He was also involved in the 2013 government shutdown, advocating for the defunding of the Affordable Care Act as a condition for passing the federal budget.
White House Chief of Staff[edit | edit source]
In March 2020, President Donald Trump appointed Meadows as the White House Chief of Staff, succeeding Mick Mulvaney. As Chief of Staff, Meadows was involved in the administration's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and played a key role in the 2020 presidential election efforts.
Meadows was known for his loyalty to President Trump and was involved in several controversial decisions during his tenure, including the handling of the pandemic and the events surrounding the 2020 election.
Post-White House Activities[edit | edit source]
After leaving the White House in January 2021, Meadows continued to be active in political circles, often appearing in media to discuss political issues and support former President Trump's policies.
Controversies[edit | edit source]
Throughout his career, Meadows has been involved in several controversies, including his role in the 2020 election disputes and his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic as Chief of Staff. His actions during these periods have been subject to scrutiny and debate.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Mark Meadows is married to Debbie Meadows, and they have two children. The family resides in North Carolina.
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