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Tim Sheehy

Tim Sheehy is an American Republican politician, businessman, and former Navy SEAL who has served as the junior United States senator from Montana since 2025.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Tim Sheehy is an American Republican politician, businessman, and former Navy SEAL who has served as the junior United States senator from Montana since 2025. He won election to the Senate in 2024, defeating long-time Democratic incumbent Jon Tester. Before entering politics, he founded Bridger Aerospace and other businesses related to aerial firefighting and ranching.

Early life and military service

Tim Sheehy was born in Ramsey County, Minnesota on November 18, 1985. He later served as a Navy SEAL officer and is described as a combat veteran who left active duty in 2014 after being wounded in service.

Business career

After leaving the military, Sheehy founded Bridger Aerospace, an aerial firefighting company. He was also involved in other ventures including veteran-led ranching and beef businesses. His business work has been associated with aerial firefighting and wildfire response.

U.S. Senate career

Sheehy was elected to the U.S. Senate from Montana in 2024 and began serving in January 2025. He serves as Montana’s junior senator and is a Republican member of the chamber.

Personal life

Sheehy is married and has four children. Official biographical material also identifies him as a philanthropist.

Key facts

  • Tim Sheehy has represented Montana in the U.S. Senate since 2025.
  • He was elected in 2024 after defeating Democratic incumbent Jon Tester.
  • He is a member of the Republican Party.
  • Before politics, he served as a Navy SEAL and later worked in aerial firefighting and business.
  • He founded Bridger Aerospace, an aerial firefighting company.
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Canadian context

Tim Sheehy has no direct Canada-specific role, but as a U.S. senator from Montana he may be relevant to Canadian readers through cross-border issues such as trade, energy, wildfire response, and border policy.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Tim Sheehy?
Tim Sheehy is an American Republican politician, former Navy SEAL, and businessman who has served as a U.S. senator from Montana since 2025.
When was Tim Sheehy born?
He was born on November 18, 1985.
What office does Tim Sheehy hold?
He is the junior United States senator from Montana.
When did Tim Sheehy start serving in the Senate?
He began serving in January 2025 after winning the 2024 election.
What did Tim Sheehy do before politics?
Before entering politics, he served in the military and founded Bridger Aerospace, a company focused on aerial firefighting.

References

  1. Congress.gov — https://www.congress.gov/member/tim-sheehy/S001232
    Supports: Official congressional profile confirming his service as a Republican senator from Montana beginning in 2025.
  2. Office of Senator Tim Sheehy — https://www.sheehy.senate.gov/about/
    Supports: Official biography covering his military background, business ventures, family life, and Senate role.
  3. Ballotpedia — https://ballotpedia.org/Tim_Sheehy
    Supports: Election history and biographical summary, including his 2024 Senate victory.
  4. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Sheehy
    Supports: Basic biographical details including birth date, birthplace, party, and Senate service.