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Duncan L. Hunter

Duncan L. Hunter served as a representative for California (1981-2009).

  • Republican
  • California
  • District 52
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State California

Representing constituents across the California delegation.

District District 52

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1981-2009

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Duncan L. Hunter served as a Representative from California in the United States Congress from 1981 to 2009. A member of the Republican Party, Duncan L. Hunter contributed to the legislative process during 14 terms in office.

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

Duncan Lee Hunter (born May 31, 1948) is a retired American politician. He was a Republican member of the House of Representatives from California’s 52nd, 45th and 42nd districts from 1981 to 2009. Hunter was the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee during the 108th and 109th Congress. Hunter sought the Republican Party nomination for President of the United States for 2008, but his campaign failed to attract significant voters or delegates in early primary and caucus states, and he dropped out after the Nevada Republican caucuses. He was succeeded as representative for the 52nd district by his son, Duncan D. Hunter.

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