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Steve Daines

Steve Daines

Republican Incumbent

Steve Daines is the incumbent U.S. senator from Montana and a former businessman. On March 4, 2026, he withdrew from the 2026 Senate race, which changed the contest from an incumbent defense to an open-seat race. His prior public profile and campaign messaging emphasized conservative priorities such as jobs, border security, and Montana values.

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Background

Career History

United States Senator 2015 – Present
U.S. Senate

Represents Montana in the U.S. Senate.

U.S. Representative 2013 – 2015
U.S. House of Representatives

Represented Montana’s at-large congressional district.

Business executive
Private sector

Worked in business before entering elected office.

Education

Montana State University Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering (1984)

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