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Todd Christopher Young, born on August 24, 1972, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is a Republican politician serving as the senior United States Senator from Indiana since 2017. He previously represented Indiana's 9th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2011 to 2017. Young is recognized for his bipartisan approach, notably co-authoring the CHIPS and Science Act to bolster domestic semiconductor manufacturing and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains.
Education and Political Experience
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Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Political Science, United States Naval Academy, 1995
- Master of Business Administration, University of Chicago, 2000
- Master of Arts in American Politics, University of London, 2001
- Juris Doctor, Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, 2006
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Political Experience:
- U.S. Representative for Indiana's 9th congressional district
- U.S. Senator from Indiana
- Chair of the National Republican Senatorial Committee
Notable Achievements
- CHIPS and Science Act: Co-authored and championed legislation aimed at revitalizing U.S. semiconductor manufacturing to enhance economic and national security.
- Judicial Confirmations: Supported the confirmation of 234 constitutionalist federal judges, including Supreme Court Justices Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, and Amy Coney Barrett.
- Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act: Authored legislation to support mental health resources for law enforcement officers, signed into law by President Donald Trump.
- Pro-Life Advocacy: Received endorsements from National Right to Life and Susan B. Anthony List for his pro-life legislative efforts.
- Second Amendment Support: Holds an A+ rating from the NRA for his consistent support of Second Amendment rights.
Young's career reflects a commitment to bipartisan solutions, national security, and support for law enforcement and constitutional rights.
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