Biography

Timothy Lee Walberg, born on April 12, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, is a Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 5th congressional district. He has held this position since 2023, following his tenure representing Michigan's 7th district from 2007 to 2009 and again from 2011 to 2023. Prior to his congressional service, Walberg was a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 1983 to 1999. His early career includes roles as a pastor in Michigan and Indiana, president of the Warren Reuther Center for Education and Community Impact, and division manager for the Moody Bible Institute. Walberg is married to Sue, and they have three children and seven grandchildren.

Education

• Attended Western Illinois University
• Moody Bible Institute
• Bachelor of Science from Taylor University, Fort Wayne
• Master of Arts from Wheaton College Graduate School

Political Experience

• Michigan House of Representatives: Served from 1983 to 1999, representing the 57th district.
• U.S. House of Representatives:
  • Represented Michigan's 7th district
  • Currently representing Michigan's 5th district since 2023
• Committee Leadership:
  • Chair of the House Education and Workforce Committee
  • Serves on the House Natural Resources Committee

Throughout his legislative career, Walberg has been recognized for his conservative stance and effectiveness. The American Conservative Union has rated him as Michigan's most conservative member of Congress, and the Center for Effective Lawmaking named him the most effective member of Michigan's congressional delegation in the 115th Congress.