Tom Barrett (Michigan politician)
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Thomas More Barrett[1] (born April 30, 1981) is an American politician and election denier[2] who served as a member of the Michigan Senate from the 24th district. A Republican, he previously served in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2015 to 2019.[3][4]
Quick Facts Member of the Michigan Senate from the 24th district, Preceded by ...
Tom Barrett | |
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Member of the Michigan Senate from the 24th district | |
In office January 1, 2019 – January 1, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Rick Jones |
Succeeded by | Ruth Johnson |
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 71st district | |
In office January 1, 2015 – January 1, 2019 | |
Preceded by | Theresa Abed |
Succeeded by | Angela Witwer |
Personal details | |
Born | (1981-04-30) April 30, 1981 (age 43) Southfield, Michigan, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse |
Ashley Barrett (m. 2008) |
Education | Western Michigan University (BA) |
Website | Campaign website |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1999–2022 |
Rank | Chief Warrant Officer 2 |
Unit | Company B, 1-112th Aviation, 3-238th General Support Aviation Battalion, Grand Ledge Michigan Army National Guard |
Battles/wars | Operation Iraqi Freedom Operation Enduring Freedom |
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Prior to his election to the House, Barrett served as a liaison between the Michigan Department of Treasury and the office of the Governor of Michigan.[citation needed] Barrett was the Republican nominee in the 2022 election for Michigan's 7th congressional district, which he lost to incumbent Democrat Elissa Slotkin.