Representative Michele Bachmann - Contact Information

Michele Bachmann served as a Representative from Minnesota in the United States Congress from 2007 to 2015. A member of the Republican Party, Michele Bachmann contributed to the legislative process during 4 terms in office.

Michele Bachmann’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, Michele Bachmann participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Michele Marie Bachmann (; née Amble; born April 6, 1956) is an American politician who was the U.S. representative for Minnesota’s 6th congressional district from 2007 until 2015. A member of the Republican Party, she was a candidate for president of the United States in the 2012 election, but dropped out after the Iowa caucuses. Born in Waterloo, Iowa, Bachmann moved to Brooklyn Park, Minnesota as a teenager. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Winona State University, a Juris Doctor from Oral Roberts University’s O. W. Coburn School of Law, and a Master of Laws from William & Mary Law School. She briefly worked in tax law for the Internal Revenue Service before becoming a stay-at-home mother. She became involved in local politics, focusing on education issues. Bachmann formally entered politics when she was elected to the Minnesota Senate in 2000. In 2006, she was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. After her unsuccessful run for president, Bachmann was elected to another term in the House in 2012. She announced her retirement before the 2014 election. Since January 1, 2021, Bachmann has been dean of the Robertson School of Government at Regent University.