Generated by Llama 3.3-70B| Ann Wagner | |
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| Name | Ann Wagner |
| State | Missouri |
| District | 2nd |
| Party | Republican |
| Term start | January 3, 2013 |
| Predecessor | Todd Akin |
| Birth date | September 13, 1962 |
| Birth place | St. Louis, Missouri |
| Residence | Ballwin, Missouri |
Ann Wagner is a Republican U.S. Representative from Missouri, serving since 2013. She represents Missouri's 2nd congressional district, which includes parts of St. Louis County and St. Charles County. Wagner has been involved in various organizations, including the National Republican Congressional Committee and the Republican National Committee. She has also worked with notable figures such as Mitt Romney and George W. Bush.
Ann Wagner was born on September 13, 1962, in St. Louis, Missouri, to a family of Catholic faith. She grew up in the St. Louis metropolitan area and attended Cor Jesu Academy, a private all-girls Catholic school. Wagner then went on to study at University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri, where she earned a degree in business administration. During her time at the university, she was involved in various extracurricular activities, including the Delta Gamma sorority. Wagner's early life and education were influenced by her family's values and her involvement in organizations such as the Junior League and the United Way.
Before entering politics, Wagner worked in the private sector, including a stint at Ralston Purina and Monsanto. She also served as a U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg under President George W. Bush from 2005 to 2009. Wagner's experience in the private sector and her work as an ambassador have given her a unique perspective on issues related to international trade and foreign policy. She has worked with notable figures such as Condoleezza Rice and Henry Kissinger on issues related to diplomacy and global security. Wagner has also been involved in various organizations, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Association of Manufacturers.
Wagner was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2012, defeating Democratic opponent Glenn Koenen. She has served on various committees, including the House Financial Services Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Wagner has worked with colleagues such as Paul Ryan and Kevin McCarthy on issues related to fiscal policy and national security. She has also been a strong supporter of Israel and has worked with organizations such as the American Israel Public Affairs Committee to promote U.S.-Israel relations. Wagner has also been involved in efforts to promote trade and economic development in the Asia-Pacific region, working with organizations such as the U.S.-China Business Council.
Wagner is a conservative Republican who has taken positions on various issues, including abortion, gun rights, and taxation. She has been a strong supporter of pro-life policies and has worked with organizations such as the National Right to Life Committee to promote anti-abortion legislation. Wagner has also been a supporter of Second Amendment rights and has worked with organizations such as the National Rifle Association to promote gun rights. She has also been a strong supporter of tax cuts and has worked with colleagues such as Mitch McConnell and John Boehner to promote fiscal conservatism. Wagner has also been involved in efforts to promote energy independence and has worked with organizations such as the American Petroleum Institute to promote domestic energy production.
Wagner is married to Raymond Wagner, a former United States Navy officer, and they have three children together. She is a Catholic and has been involved in various charitable organizations, including the Catholic Charities and the United Way. Wagner has also been a strong supporter of veterans' rights and has worked with organizations such as the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars to promote veterans' benefits. She has also been involved in efforts to promote women's rights and has worked with organizations such as the National Federation of Republican Women to promote women's empowerment. Wagner has also been a strong supporter of education reform and has worked with organizations such as the Heritage Foundation to promote school choice and education vouchers. Category:American politicians