Ryan Busse
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Ryan Dean Busse (born February 17, 1970), is an American businessman, author, and politician. Busse worked for Kimber Manufacturing and left in 2020.[1] His last role was Vice President of Sales.[1]
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Ryan Busse | |
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| Born | Ryan Dean Busse February 17, 1970 |
| Education | Bethany College (Kansas) (PS, Bachelor of History) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Sara Busse (m. 2001) |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | Campaign Website |
In 2021, Busse wrote and released a book titled Gunfight: My Battle Against the Industry that Radicalized America. A member of the Democratic Party, Busse ran for Governor of Montana in 2024, however he lost to incumbent Greg Gianforte.[2] He is currently seeking the Democratic nomination for the 2026 United States Representative Election in the 1st congressional district of Montana.[3]
Political career
2024 Montana gubernatorial campaign
On September 14, 2023, Busse declared his candidacy for the 2024 Montana Gubernatorial election. [4][5] Busse would win the 2024 Montana Democratic primary, defeating Jim Hunt, attorney and candidate for Montana's at-large congressional district in 2008. He secured 70.9% of the vote. In the gubernatorial election he was defeated by incumbent Republican governor, Greg Gianforte, winning 38.62% of the vote to Gianforte's 58.86%.[6]
2026 U.S. House campaign
On January 8, 2026, Busse announced that he would be running for U.S. Representative.[3]