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Jefferson Scott Shreve (born September 24, 1965) is an American politician from the state of Indiana. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served on the Indianapolis City-County Council from 2013 until 2016 for district 23 and again from 2018 until 2020 for district 16.
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Jefferson Shreve is a Republican candidate for Indiana’s 6th Congressional District, a place he’s called home for most of his life.
“It’s where my parents met, and I was born,” Shreve says. “It’s home to much of my big, extended family. I started and grew my business here – and in over 40 Hoosier counties, over the past three decades. It’s where my wife Mary and l continue to call home.”
Shreve is a proven leader with decades of business and civic experience. From age 12, he worked as a paperboy, going door to door to deliver newspapers and collect subscriptions. These basic skills would later serve him well as he grew his business and served in public office, helping him connect with those he served.
Jefferson attended Indiana University and received his MBA in agribusiness from Purdue University. It was during a summer internship in D.C. that he discovered his interest in real estate, which led Jefferson to start his first business as a recent college graduate.
Over the next 30 years, Shreve grew Storage Express into the largest self-storage company headquartered in Indiana, encompassing more than 125 storage facilities across six states. Storage Express has 26 locations in four counties in Indiana’s 6th District. In 2022, Shreve sold the last portion of Storage Express to the S&P 500 company Extra Space Storage, where he now serves on the board of directors, while continuing to own Storage Express Construction. A proud Hoosier, Shreve served from 2011-16 on the board and as the National Chairman of the Indiana University Alumni Association and is currently an Executive Dean’s board member of IU’s College of Arts and Sciences and serves on the IUPUI Chancellor’s Board. He also serves on the board and executive committee of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce.
Between 2013 and 2019, Shreve served twice on the Indianapolis City-County Council, representing council districts that included the South Side. He also served on the Police Staffing Commission and as a commissioner on the city’s Metropolitan Development Commission.
In 2023, unhappy with the direction of his hometown, Shreve announced a run for mayor. “I believed someone had to step up to take on the entrenched interests that have allowed lawlessness and the revolving door of crime to spin out of control,” Shreve said.
Shreve was attacked by the left for being pro-gun, pro-Trump and pro-life. In the end, those entrenched interests were too much for a Republican in Indianapolis to overcome.
“But those same failed policies are now bleeding beyond the borders of Marion County and into Johnson, Shelby and Hancock counties – and beyond. Our failure to manage illegal immigration and fentanyl trafficking up from our southern border is bleeding into Indiana, in both rural and urban communities in our 6th District. And big fiscal challenges loom, arising from out-of-control spending and inflation,” Shreve said.
“Congress must have people prepared and willing to take on these tough fights. Our future depends on it. And I’m ready to get to work for you.”
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In 2013, Shreve was appointed to the Indianapolis City Council after incumbent Jeff Cardwell resigned to serve in Indiana Governor Mike Pence’s administration.[9] In 2018, Shreve was appointed to the city council again when incumbent Jeff Miller resigned after pleading guilty to four felonies. In 2016, Shreve ran for the Indiana Senate in the 36th districtHe lost the primary to Jack Sandlin by 2.61%. In 2018, Shreve was a candidate for Indiana University trustee.
Shreve announced his candidacy for mayor of Indianapolis in the 2023 election. However, he lost the election to incumbent Joe Hogsett.[17] During his run for Mayor, Shreve called for banning assault weapon sales, repealing permitless carry in Indiana, and raising the legal age to purchase a gun from 18 to 21. His stance led him to get an F rating from the NRA Political Victory Fund.
Shreve announced his candidacy for Indiana’s 6th congressional district in 2024. He won the primary in May 2024, defeating a field of Republican candidates that included Mike Speedy, Jeff Raatz, Bill Frazier, and John Jacob. Shreve was elected as a member of Congress for Indiana’s 6th congressional district.
Shreve considers himself a moderate Republican.
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Issues
Secure Our Border.
We must secure our southern border and fix our country’s broken immigration policies. It’s the most important issue facing America today.
The Biden Administration is unwilling and unable to fix the lawlessness, and the effects are devastating. We must complete the border wall, reform our immigration system, end catch-and-release policies, and put an end to the fentanyl trafficking that’s flowing over our southern border.
America can do this. Our current leadership chooses not to. It’s past time for a change.
Manage Government Spending & Rein in Inflation.
The Biden Administration’s inflationary spending cannot continue.
As a businessman, I grew my company, Storage Express, from the ground up and into the largest Indiana self-storage company. Over three decades, I built a talented team. I employed hundreds of Hoosiers. That took steady financial stewardship and the management of a sound budget.
I will bring my life experience to Congress. I’ll fight for a balanced budget and reduce reckless giveaway spending that is driving up prices that burden Hoosier families.
Back the Blue.
I stepped up to fight the lawlessness and out-of-control crime that had taken over our state’s capital city. I will continue to back our men and women in law enforcement and fight to end soft-on-crime policies and the revolving door of crime. Our prosecutors need to prosecute. And I’ll ensure our police have the tools and resources they need to keep us safe.
Support Our Troops.
Our nation is under threat like never before. I’ll vote to ensure our military remains the strongest and most technologically advantaged fighting force in the world. And I’ll advocate for our veterans to ensure they receive the benefits they’ve earned.
Protect the Unborn.
I’m a pro-life Catholic. I believe we must do all we can to protect human life. I will work to protect the unborn and the health of expectant mothers.
Protect the 2nd Amendment.
The right to bear arms is enshrined in our U.S. Constitution. I will support the 2nd Amendment in Congress and advocate for policies that promote responsible gun ownership. When I became a gun owner years ago, I completed an NRA-authorized firearms training and gun safety program. That’s the very sort of personal responsibility-centered policy I will advocate for.
Support for Farmers.
American farmers face challenges from high fuel costs and burdensome government regulations. I’ll stand up to regulatory overreach and advocate for our Hoosier farmers. And I’ll work to keep our trade and export markets open to our Indiana ag producers.
Advocate for Small Businesses.
I’m a business owner and entrepreneur. I started Storage Express in my senior year of college. We grew it into the largest self-storage company headquartered in Indiana. We worked across the Midwest and in over 40 Indiana counties, including building 26 locations in Indiana’s 6th District.
I know what it’s like to take risks, get up every day and work hard, and keep your commitments to your employees, your customers and your lenders.
I’ll be an advocate for our small business community. I will support Hoosier job creators.
Support Israel.
The events of Oct. 7, 2023, made it very clear Hamas must be eliminated. Israel suffered unimaginable atrocities at the hands of the terror group. Israel has a right to defend herself and eliminate Hamas. The United States should continue to support Israel in this effort politically and through continued aid, while also empowering Israel to fight the war on its terms. The United States must work to help secure an agreement that safely returns all Israeli and American hostages.
Protect Against the Chinese Communist Party.
The CCP poses a serious threat to the United States and our national security. For 70 years, the United States led the world in science, innovation and technology.
China is stealing our trade secrets, our intellectual property and our technological innovations. I will support legislation that strengthens our national security, holds China accountable, and advances the United States’ leadership in technology and innovation.
Make the U.S. a Leader in Digital Innovation.
Congress and the Biden Administration have failed to prepare the U.S. for the growing digital economy. I’ll work to provide certainty and stability to the industry through clear and transparent regulation, so cryptocurrency innovation remains anchored on U.S. shores and Hoosiers can invest and transact with confidence.
I’ll pursue future-oriented, fiscally sound monetary policies, and work to avoid burdensome or unnecessary Security and Exchange Commission regulations concerning cryptocurrencies and other block-chain tools.
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Wikipedia
Jefferson Scott Shreve (born September 24, 1965)[1] is an American politician from the state of Indiana.[2][3] A member of the Republican Party, he previously served on the Indianapolis City-County Council from 2013 until 2016 for district 23 and again from 2018 until 2020 for district 16.
Early life and career
Shreve is from the University Heights neighborhood in Indianapolis.[4] Shreve earned his Bachelor of Arts from Indiana University, Bloomington, a Master of Arts in international studies from the University of London, and his Master of Business Administration in agribusiness from the Krannert School of Management at Purdue University.[5][6]
Shreve founded Storage Express, which he sold in 2022 to Extra Space Storage for $590 million. He also received a seat on the company’s board of directors.[4][7][8]
Political career
In 2013, Shreve was appointed to the Indianapolis City Council after incumbent Jeff Cardwell resigned to serve in Indiana Governor Mike Pence‘s administration.[9] In 2018, Shreve was appointed to the city council again when incumbent Jeff Miller resigned after pleading guilty to four felonies.[10][11] In 2016, Shreve ran for the Indiana Senate in the 36th district.[12] He lost the primary to Jack Sandlin by 2.61%.[13][14] In 2018, Shreve was a candidate for Indiana University trustee.[15]
Shreve announced his candidacy for mayor of Indianapolis in the 2023 election.[16] However, he lost the election to incumbent Joe Hogsett.[17] During his run for Mayor, Shreve called for banning assault weapon sales, repealing permitless carry in Indiana, and raising the legal age to purchase a gun from 18 to 21.[18] His stance led him to get an F rating from the NRA Political Victory Fund.[19][20]
Shreve announced his candidacy for Indiana’s 6th congressional district in 2024.[21] He won the primary in May 2024, defeating a field of Republican candidates that included Mike Speedy, Jeff Raatz, Bill Frazier, and John Jacob.[22][23] Shreve was elected as a member of Congress for Indiana’s 6th congressional district.[24][25]
Shreve considers himself a moderate Republican.[26]
Electoral history
2016
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Jack Sandlin | 8,123 | 51,3% | |
| Republican | Jefferson Shreve | 7,709 | 48.7% | |
| Total votes | 15,832 | 100.0% | ||
2023
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Jefferson Shreve | 19,152 | 65.9 | |
| Republican | Abdul-Hakim Shabazz | 7,629 | 26.3 | |
| Republican | James Jackson | 1,250 | 4.3 | |
| Republican | John Couch | 1,036 | 3.6 | |
| Total votes | 29,067 | 100.0 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Joe Hogsett (incumbent) | 97,311 | 59.5 | ||
| Republican | Jefferson Shreve | 66,214 | 40.5 | ||
| Total votes | 163,525 | 100.0 | |||
| Democratic hold | |||||
2024
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Jefferson Shreve | 20,265 | 28.4 | |
| Republican | Mike Speedy | 15,752 | 22.1 | |
| Republican | Jamison Carrier | 14,386 | 20.1 | |
| Republican | Bill Frazier | 7,110 | 10.0 | |
| Republican | Jeff Raatz | 6,365 | 8.9 | |
| Republican | John Jacob | 5,793 | 8.1 | |
| Republican | Darin Childress | 1,737 | 2.4 | |
| Total votes | 71,408 | 100.0 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Jefferson Shreve | 200,494 | 63.9% | |
| Democratic | Cynthia Wirth | 99,361 | 31.7% | |
| Libertarian | James Sceniak | 13,665 | 4.4% | |
| Total votes | 313,520 | 100% | ||
| Republican hold | ||||
References
- ^ https://www.legistorm.com/person/bio/493583/Jefferson_Scott_Shreve.html
- ^ “Jefferson Scott Shreve”. indianacitizen.org. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ Candidate List – Abbreviated, Indiana Secretary of State.
- ^ a b “Meet Jefferson Shreve, Indianapolis mayoral candidate – Axios Indianapolis”.
- ^ “Jefferson Shreve”. chancellor.iupui.edu. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ Holtkamp, Michele. “GOP candidates agree on goals, not means”. dailyjournal.net. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ Wooten, Taylor (February 6, 2023). “Republican businessman Shreve enters Indianapolis mayoral race”. Indianapolis Business Journal.
- ^ “Extra Space Storage Inc. Acquires Storage Express and Appoints Jefferson Shreve to its Board of Directors”. fox59.com. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ Adams, Sabrina. “Jefferson Shreve named Councillor for district 23”. fox59.com. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ “Republicans name Jefferson Shreve District 16 representative, replacing Jeff Miller”. fox59.com. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ Daudelin, Drew (September 11, 2018). “Former Councilor Jefferson Shreve Takes Jeff Miller’s Seat On City-County Council”. WFYI Public Media.
- ^ “State Senate candidate with deep roots in Indiana”. indystar.com. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ “Our Campaigns – IN State Senate 36 – R Primary – May 03, 2016”.
- ^ Trares, Ryan (May 4, 2016). “Republican candidates chosen, one race not final”.
- ^ “Jefferson Shreve discusses his IU trustee candidacy”. patch.com. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ Wooten, Taylor (February 6, 2023). “Republican businessman Shreve enters Indianapolis mayoral race”. Indianapolis Business Journal. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ Cheang, Ko; Burris, Alexandria; Tufts, John. “Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett wins third term, beating GOP challenger Jefferson Shreve”. indystar.com. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ “Indianapolis mayor candidate Jefferson Shreve proposes stricter gun control in public safety plan”. indystar.com. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ “NRAPVF – Action Alert”. NRA-PVF. NRA-PVF. 2023.
…Jefferson Shreve has received an “F” rating from NRA-PVF for this election.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ “Experience plays into 6th District GOP primary”. dailyjournal.net. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ Gay, David. “Former Indy mayor candidate to run for open Sixth District seat in U.S. Congress”. fox59.com. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ Carloni, Brittany. “Jefferson Shreve wins 6th Congressional District GOP primary”. indystar.com. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ Sheridan, Jill (February 10, 2024). “Jefferson Shreve to run for Congress after expensive mayoral campaign”. WFYI Public Media.
- ^ Fradette, Rachel (November 5, 2024). “Jefferson Shreve takes 6th District seat, heads to U.S. Congress”. WFYI Public Media.
- ^ Carloni, Jake Allen and Brittany. “Jefferson Shreve, 2 other Indiana Republicans win open U.S. House seats”. The Indianapolis Star.
- ^ “Public safety, housing, roads: What you need to know about Indianapolis mayor candidates Jefferson Shreve, Joe Hogsett”. wthr.com. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- ^ Mutascio, Joe (May 2, 2023). “Indiana Election Day 2023: Latest results from counties around the state”. The Indianapolis Star. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
- ^ “2023 Election Results”. www.indy.gov. Retrieved November 10, 2023.
External links
- Jefferson Shreve at Ballotpedia
- Our Campaigns – Jefferson Shreve (IN) profile
- Project Vote Smart – Jefferson Shreve (IN) profile
