Janel Brandtjen, born on March 27, 1966, is an American politician and businesswoman hailing from Waukesha County, Wisconsin. She has been serving as a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing the 22nd Assembly district since January 2015.
Education:
- Brandtjen graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance and Marketing.
Business and Family:
- Alongside her husband, Rick, Janel Brandtjen owns Group One Marketing, an advertising agency based in Menomonee Falls.
- She is a proud mother of two children.
Political Career:
- In 2014, Brandtjen was elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing the 22nd district, which covers northeast Waukesha County and southwest Washington County.
- Throughout her legislative career, she has advocated for legislation to prohibit the use of fetal tissue in research.
- Brandtjen has been an outspoken supporter of former President Donald Trump, particularly regarding claims of election fraud in Wisconsin during the 2020 presidential election.
Recent Developments:
- In December 2022, Brandtjen announced her candidacy for the special election in Wisconsin’s 8th state senate district after incumbent Alberta Darling resigned.
