Schmitt, Eric

Eric Schmitt is a Republican serving as the junior United States Senator from Missouri. First elected in 2022, he previously held several high-level state offices, including Missouri Attorney General, State Treasurer, and State Senator. A lifelong Missourian, he earned his law degree from Saint Louis University and worked in private practice before entering public service as an alderman in Glendale. His transition to federal office followed a tenure as Attorney General where he was known for challenging federal mandates and pursuing litigation related to constitutional protections.

In the Senate, Schmitt holds several influential committee assignments, including the Senate Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Armed Services. He serves as the Chair of the Joint Economic Committee and the Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution. His legislative focus often centers on economic growth, regulatory reform, and national security. He has sponsored legislation such as the 10 Years of ICE Funding Act and bills aimed at reauthorizing agricultural research and expanding cooperation within the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

Schmitt's policy priorities are deeply influenced by his legal background and his personal experience as a father to a son with special needs. During his time in the Missouri Senate, he championed bipartisan efforts to expand insurance coverage for autism therapies and led initiatives to reform local court systems. In Washington, he continues to advocate for conservative fiscal policies and rigorous oversight of federal agencies, maintaining a leadership role within the Republican caucus on constitutional and economic issues.