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{{Infobox | {{Infobox officeholder | ||
| name = Bryan Hanson | | name = Bryan Hanson | ||
| image = BH.jpg | | image = BH.jpg | ||
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| alt = Portrait of Bryan Hanson | | alt = Portrait of Bryan Hanson | ||
| caption = Official Portrait, 2024 | | caption = Official Portrait, 2024 | ||
| | | officeholder_type = Senator | ||
| officeholder_title = Representative for Virginia's 1st Congressional District in the U.S House of Representatives <!-- e.g., Secretary of Defense --> | |||
| order = | | order = | ||
| term_start = December 10th, 2024 | | term_start = December 10th, 2024 | ||
| term_end = | | term_end = | ||
| predecessor = | | predecessor = | ||
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| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1989|2|3}} | | birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1989|2|3}} | ||
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| alma_mater = Georgetown University (BA), Harvard University (JD) | | alma_mater = Georgetown University (BA), Harvard University (JD) | ||
| profession = Politician, Lawyer, Podcaster | | profession = Politician, Lawyer, Podcaster | ||
}}'''Bryan Hanson''' (born February 3, 1989) is an American attorney, media personality, and politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Virginia's 1st congressional district since December 10, 2024. A member of the Republican Party, Hanson succeeded his father, Mark Hanson, in representing the district. Before entering Congress, he worked as a lobbyist for conservative causes and gained national recognition as a podcaster advocating for limited government, individual liberties, and traditional values. | |||
== Early Life and Education == | == Early Life and Education == | ||
Bryan Hanson was born in Williamsburg, Virginia, and raised in a politically active household. When his father, Mark Hanson, was elected to Congress, the family moved to Washington, D.C., where Hanson attended Jackson-Reed High School. During his time there, he participated in debate | Bryan Hanson was born in Williamsburg, Virginia, and raised in a politically active household. When his father, Mark Hanson, was elected to Congress, the family moved to Washington, D.C., where Hanson attended Jackson-Reed High School. During his time there, he participated in debate, student government, and political activism. | ||
Hanson earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Georgetown University, focusing on constitutional law and public policy. He later attended Harvard Law School, graduating with a Juris Doctor. During law school, he interned at conservative think tanks and advocacy organizations, further developing his commitment to Republican values. | Hanson earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Georgetown University, focusing on constitutional law and public policy. He later attended Harvard Law School, graduating with a '''Juris Doctor'''. During law school, he interned at conservative think tanks and advocacy organizations, further developing his commitment to Republican values. | ||
== Early Career == | == Early Career == | ||
After completing his education, Hanson began his career as an intern and assistant to his father, Mark Hanson, in Congress, where he gained firsthand experience with legislative processes and constituent advocacy. Following this role, Hanson became a lobbyist, advocating for the National Rifle Association (NRA) and pro-life organizations. His work in these capacities focused on defending Second Amendment rights and promoting anti-abortion legislation. | After completing his education, Hanson began his career as an intern and assistant to his father, Mark Hanson, in Congress, where he gained firsthand experience with legislative processes and constituent advocacy. Following this role, Hanson became a lobbyist, advocating for the '''National Rifle Association (NRA)''' and pro-life organizations. His work in these capacities focused on defending Second Amendment rights and promoting anti-abortion legislation. | ||
During this time, Hanson also launched a successful podcast, where he discussed topics such as government overreach, free-market economics, and the importance of constitutional freedoms. His ability to connect with audiences made him a prominent voice in conservative circles, earning him national recognition and a loyal following. | During this time, Hanson also launched a successful podcast, where he discussed topics such as government overreach, free-market economics, and the importance of constitutional freedoms. His ability to connect with audiences made him a prominent voice in conservative circles, earning him national recognition and a loyal following. | ||
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==== Elections ==== | ==== Elections ==== | ||
In 2024, Hanson ran for Virginia’s 1st congressional district following his father’s decision to retire. Campaigning on a platform of economic growth, limited government, and preserving traditional values, Hanson won decisively, inheriting a district with a strong Republican base. | In 2024, Hanson ran for Virginia’s 1st congressional district following his father’s decision to retire. Campaigning on a platform of economic growth, limited government, and preserving traditional values, Hanson won decisively, inheriting a district with a strong Republican base. | ||
==== Tenure ==== | ==== Tenure ==== | ||