Tom Cotton

Thomas Bryant Cotton entered the political arena with a background that set him apart from many of his peers. Born on May 13, 1977, in Dardanelle, Arkansas, he built a career as a lawyer, business consultant, and soldier before taking office. His journey took him from the rugged terrain of Afghanistan to the halls of Congress, where he now serves as the junior United States senator for Arkansas. A member of the Republican Party, Cotton brought a distinct military perspective to Washington after spending several years in the U.S. Army.[edit]