Susan Carol Crenshaw (passed away due to breast cancer)
Stepmother
Carmen
Siblings
He has a younger brother.
Spouse
Tara Blake (social activist)
Children
One daughter
Career
Military Career
Service/Branch
United States Navy
Rank
Lieutenant Commander
Service Years
2006–2016
Unit
Naval Special Warfare Group 1 (SEAL Team 3)
Military Decorations
Two Bronze Star Medals (one with a “V” device for valour)
Purple Heart
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with Valour
Politics
Political Party
Republican Party
Political Journey
Secured second position in the Republican Party’s primary elections in Texas (2018)
Contested and won the Republican primary runoff elections in Texas (2018)
Contested and won the United States House of Representatives elections from Texas’ 2nd congressional district (2018)
Re-elected to Congress in 2020 and 2022
Member of Committees and Subcommittees
Committee on Energy and Commerce
Committee on Homeland Security
House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence
Republican Study Committee
Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change
Subcommittee on Health
Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response and Recovery
Central Intelligence Agency Subcommittee
National Intelligence Enterprise Subcommittee
Subcommittee on Oversight, Management and Accountability (ranking member)
Some Lesser Known Facts
1. Dan Crenshaw is an American politician, retired US Navy SEAL, member of the Republican Party, and author.
2. He has served three terms representing Texas’ 2nd Congressional district in the US Congress.
3. Known for his distinctive eye patch, Dan Crenshaw wears it due to an injury sustained during his Afghanistan deployment in 2012.
4. Growing up in Texas, Dan moved frequently internationally due to his father's work and attended schools in various countries.
5. Fluent in Spanish, Dan honed his language skills by spending time with his family in South America.
6. Enrolled in the NROTC program at Tufts University, Dan Crenshaw later joined SEAL Team 3 after completing officer training.
7. His military service includes deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, where he earned recognition for his contributions.
8. Aside from his political career, Dan has been active in social work, supporting war veterans and disaster-affected communities.
9. As an author, Dan Crenshaw has penned books like 'Safety Off' and 'Fortitude' reflecting on life lessons and American resilience.
10. Taking a stand on various political issues, Dan is an outspoken Republican known for supporting Israel and conservative values.
11. Married to Tara Blake, a social activist, Dan Crenshaw also hosts a podcast called 'Hold These Truths' and makes appearances on talk shows.
12. He has been vocal against government policies, particularly criticizing the Biden administration's decisions on Afghanistan and gun control.
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