Jon Dunwell
American politician
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Jon Dunwell is an American politician serving as a member of the Iowa House of Representatives from the 38th district. In October 2021, Dunwell was elected in a special election to succeed Wes Breckenridge.[1] Dunwell's win on October 12, 2021, over Newton City Councilman Steve Mullan flipped the 29th Iowa House district seat to Republican from Democrat in the special election.
- 29th district (2021–2023)
- 38th district (since 2023)
Jon Dunwell | |
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Official portrait, 2023 | |
| Member of the Iowa House of Representatives | |
| Assumed office October 12, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Wes Breckenridge |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | 1966 (age 59–60) St. Cloud, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Christie (m. 1990) |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | |
Background
Early life
Dunwell was born in 1966 in St. Cloud, Minnesota and was raised in Shakopee.[2]
Career
Prior to entering politics, Dunwell worked as a pastor in Orlando, Florida and Minnesota.[3] He also worked as the vice president of two financial services firms. He later relocated to his wife's hometown of Newton, Iowa.[4] Dunwell was elected to the Iowa House of Representatives in an October 2021 special election, succeeding Wes Breckenridge in the 29th district.[5]
Personal life
Dunwell married his wife, Christie, on August 4, 1990. Together, they have two sons.[6][2]
