John Hoeven began his career in banking, serving as president of North Dakota’s largest community bank before entering public service. Elected as U.S. Senator for North Dakota in 2010, he has focused on energy policy, agriculture, and rural infrastructure. Hoeven played a key role in supporting the Keystone XL pipeline project and serves on the Senate Appropriations and Agriculture Committees. He advocates for policies that promote North Dakota’s economic growth while ensuring access to critical services for rural communities. Hoeven’s pragmatic approach emphasizes steady leadership and delivering tangible results for his state.