Biography
Brandon McDonald Williams, born on May 22, 1967, in Dallas, Texas, is an American politician, businessman, and U.S. Navy veteran. He served as the U.S. Representative for New York's 22nd congressional district from January 3, 2023, to January 3, 2025. In January 2025, President-elect Donald Trump nominated Williams to serve as the Under Secretary of Energy for Nuclear Security, pending Senate confirmation.
Education and Political Experience
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Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts from Pepperdine University, 1990
- Master of Business Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, 1998
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Military Service:
- Served as a U.S. Navy officer aboard the USS Georgia from 1991 to 1996
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Business Career:
- Co-founded IgniteIP, a startup funding company
- Founded and served as CEO of CPLANE, an industrial process software company
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Political Career:
- Elected as a Republican to the 118th Congress, representing New York's 22nd district from January 3, 2023, to January 3, 2025
- Unsuccessful candidate for re-election to the 119th Congress in 2024
During his tenure in Congress, Williams was involved in various legislative activities, including co-sponsoring the Veterans Education is Timeless Act of 2023 , aimed at providing educational benefits to veterans.
