Jim Jordan

Jim Jordan

Years in Office

18

Bills Sponsored

55

Bills Co-Sponsored

1316

Committees

2

Jim Jordan Biography

Jim Jordan began his career as a high school wrestling coach, bringing a disciplined and competitive spirit to public service. Elected as U.S. Representative for Ohio’s 4th District in 2006, Jordan has focused on government oversight, fiscal responsibility, and protecting individual liberties. He played a leading role in founding the House Freedom Caucus and has chaired the House Judiciary Committee, where he has overseen high-profile investigations and legislative debates. Jordan is known for his assertive questioning and commitment to transparency, representing his district with an energetic and direct approach.

Education

  • J.D., Capital University School of Law, Columbus, OH
    (2001)
  • M.A. Education, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
    (1991)
  • B.S. Economics, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI
    (1986)

Professional History

U.S. Representative

(2007-Present)

Representing Ohio's 4th district

Member, Ohio House of Representatives

(1995–2001)

Member, Ohio Senate

(2001–06)

Assistant Wrestling Coach, The Ohio State University

(1987–95)

Impact & Accomplishments

Notable contributions during Jim Jordan's congressional service.

Founding the House Freedom Caucus

Co-founded the House Freedom Caucus in 2015 to advance conservative legislation and influence Republican leadership.

Oversight of Government Spending

Led investigations into federal agency spending as Chair of the House Oversight Subcommittee on Health Care, District of Columbia, Census and the National Archives.

Whistleblower Protection Advocacy

Championed legislative efforts to strengthen protections for federal whistleblowers reporting government waste and abuse.

Judiciary Committee Leadership

Served as Chair of the House Judiciary Committee, overseeing legislative initiatives on antitrust, immigration, and federal law enforcement accountability.

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