Devin LeMahieu is an American businessman and Republican politician from Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Born on August 8, 1972, he currently serves as the majority leader of the Wisconsin Senate, a position he has held since 2021. LeMahieu has represented the 9th Senate district since 2015.
Early Life and Education:
- Born and raised in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.
- Graduated from Sheboygan County Christian High School in 1991.
- Earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration and political science from Dordt College in 1995.
Career Highlights:
- Owner of The Lakeshore Weekly in Oostburg, Wisconsin.
- Served on the Sheboygan County Board of Supervisors.
- Elected to the Wisconsin State Senate in 2014, succeeding Joe Leibham.
- Selected by the Wisconsin Senate Republican Caucus as the Senate’s majority leader after Scott L. Fitzgerald’s election to the U.S. House of Representatives.
- Opposes the legalization of medical and recreational marijuana in Wisconsin.
- Advocates for individual decision-making during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Electoral History:
- 2014 General Election: Devin LeMahieu (Republican) won with 59.95% of the vote.
- 2018 General Election: Devin LeMahieu (incumbent) secured 58.47% of the vote.
- 2022 General Election: Devin LeMahieu (incumbent) received 93.64% of the vote, with Jarrod Schroeder as a write-in candidate.
Devin LeMahieu brings common sense, conservative principles to his work representing the 9th Senate District in Madison. As a small business owner, former county board supervisor, and active community member, he continues to contribute to Wisconsin’s progress.
