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Darin
Thacker
CHIEF OF STAFF — Office of Senator Steve Daines
Works forRSteve Daines · Republican · Montana
Chief of Staff for U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) as of January 2023, previously serving as Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislative Director. Nearly 20 years of Capitol Hill experience beginning in 2003 with Representative Wally Herger (CA-02) before joining then-Representative Steve Daines in 2013. Passionate about the critical intersection of law, policymaking, and politics, dedicated to advancing conservative principles and serving the people of Montana. Brought expertise in appropriations, forest management policy, and defense affairs to Daines' legislative team.
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