Scott DesJarlais

Scott DesJarlais is a Republican U.S. Representative from Tennessee, representing the 4th congressional district since 2011. He defeated Lincoln Davis, the Democratic incumbent, in the 2010 election with the support of the National Republican Congressional Committee and the Tea Party movement. DesJarlais is a member of the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Oversight and Reform, and has worked with Marsha Blackburn and Phil Roe on various legislative initiatives. He has also been endorsed by the National Rifle Association and the United States Chamber of Commerce.

● Early life and education

DesJarlais was born in Des Moines, Iowa, and grew up in Sturgis, South Dakota, where he attended Sturgis Brown High School. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of South Dakota and later attended the University of South Dakota School of Medicine, graduating with a Doctor of Medicine degree. After completing his residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, DesJarlais worked as a physician in Jasper, Tennessee, and was a member of the Tennessee Medical Association and the American Medical Association. He has also been involved with the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Tennessee Academy of Family Physicians.

● Career

Before entering politics, DesJarlais worked as a family medicine physician and was the founder of DesJarlais Family Medicine, a medical practice in Jasper, Tennessee. He was also a member of the Tennessee State Medical Association and the American Academy of Family Physicians, and has worked with Bill Frist and Lamar Alexander on healthcare issues. DesJarlais has been involved in various community organizations, including the Rotary Club and the Lions Club, and has supported the work of the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army.

● U.S. House of Representatives

DesJarlais was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2010, defeating Lincoln Davis in the general election with the support of the National Republican Congressional Committee and the Republican National Committee. He has since been re-elected several times, including in 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018, and has worked with John Boehner, Eric Cantor, and Paul Ryan on various legislative initiatives. DesJarlais has served on the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Oversight and Reform, and has been a member of the House Republican Conference and the Republican Study Committee. He has also worked with Marsha Blackburn and Diane Black on issues related to healthcare and education.

● Political positions

DesJarlais is a conservative Republican who has taken positions on various issues, including abortion, gun control, and healthcare reform. He has been endorsed by the National Rifle Association and the Right to Life organization, and has supported the work of the Heritage Foundation and the Cato Institute. DesJarlais has also been a strong supporter of the Tea Party movement and has worked with Ted Cruz and Mike Lee on various legislative initiatives. He has opposed the Affordable Care Act and has supported repeal and replace efforts, and has worked with Paul Ryan and Mitch McConnell on healthcare issues.

● Controversies

DesJarlais has been involved in several controversies during his time in office, including a 2012 scandal in which he was accused of having an affair with a patient and prescribing her Viagra. He has also faced criticism for his voting record on issues such as abortion and gun control, and has been opposed by Planned Parenthood and the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence. DesJarlais has also been criticized by the American Civil Liberties Union and the NAACP for his positions on issues related to civil rights and social justice.

● Elections

DesJarlais has won several elections, including the 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018 elections, and has been endorsed by various organizations, including the National Republican Congressional Committee and the Tea Party Express. He has faced opposition from Democratic candidates, including Eric Stewart and Steven Reynolds, and has worked with Republican National Committee and the Tennessee Republican Party to support his campaigns. DesJarlais has also been supported by PACs such as the National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund and the United States Chamber of Commerce.