Summary
Anthony Christian Wied (born May 3, 1976), is an American politician from the Republican Party who is serving as the U.S. representative for Wisconsin’s 8th congressional district since November 2024.
He was elected in a special election to succeed Mike Gallagher.
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About
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Tony Wied is the only candidate endorsed by President Trump in WI-08. He’s an America First businessman and political outsider who has spent three decades starting, building, and operating businesses in Northeast Wisconsin.
After successfully selling his Dino Stop gas stations in 2022, Tony is on a new mission to serve the people of WI-08 and bring an outsider’s perspective to Washington, DC. He is focused on securing the border, cutting the cost of everyday items impacted by Democrats’ failed economic policies, and reigning in out-of-control government spending.
Through his years in business, Tony learned the importance of hard work, customer service, and finding a common mission. He’s employed hundreds of Wisconsinites over the years and believes in reducing the size of government to let Americans live the American Dream.
Tony was raised in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and has lived his entire life in Brown County. Tony attended St. Norbert College where he played football. Tony, his wife Angela, and their four sons reside in De Pere, Wisconsin.
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Politics
Source: Wikipedia
After Mike Gallagher announced his resignation from the United States House of Representatives, serving for Wisconsin’s 8th congressional district, in 2024, Wied announced his candidacy in the special election to succeed him. Wied received an endorsement from Donald Trump and Alex Bruesewitz, a Trump ally who had previously considered running to succeed Gallagher before Wied entered the race.
Wied defeated state senators André Jacque and Roger Roth in the Republican Party primary election on August 13. He won the November general and special elections against the Democratic Party nominee, Kristin Lyerly, and was sworn in on November 12.
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New Legislation
Issues
Securing the Southern Border
We must take immediate action to secure our southern border and stop the rampant crime, influx of illegal drugs and dangerous human trafficking that’s turned every town into a border town.
In Congress, Tony will prioritize finishing President Trump’s border wall, reinstituting President Trump’s Remain in Mexico Policy, and ensuring our border agents have the funding they need to do their jobs.
Curbing Out of Control Spending
The national debt is out of control.
As a small business owner, Tony knows what it takes to balance the books. He believes we need that same type of leadership in Washington.
Supporting President Trump
President Donald Trump needs our support to pass his America First agenda and Make America Great Again!
In Congress, Tony will work with President Trump to secure the border, support our military, and protect Wisconsin values.
Peace Through Strength
Our country’s national security depends on a powerful military.
Tony will fight to keep our military strong and eliminate any threat of terrorism inside of our borders.
American Energy Independence
American energy independence is vital to ensuring our domestic and global security.
In Congress, Tony will work to reduce government regulations to unleash America’s energy potential.
Supporting Wisconsin Agriculture
Tony is committed to protecting Wisconsin farmers and agricultural producers by reducing burdensome regulations and ensuring they have an economic atmosphere that allows them to succeed.
Protecting US Innovation
Tony believes innovators should have the ability to create, build, and operate cutting-edge technologies here in the United States of America.
He believes the United States should lead the world in the development of crypto and blockchain technology in the 21st century, rather than adversarial countries like Russia and China.
More Information
Wikipedia
Anthony Christian Wied (born May 3, 1976),[1] is an American politician from the Republican Party who is serving as the U.S. representative for Wisconsin’s 8th congressional district since November 2024. He was elected in a special election to succeed Mike Gallagher.
Early life and career
Wied was raised in Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin. He attended Notre Dame Academy, graduating in 1994. He then attended St. Norbert College, where he played college football and graduated in 1998.[2] Wied owned a chain of gas and convenience stores called Dino Stop, which he sold in 2022.[3][4]
U.S. House of Representatives
Elections
2024 special & 2024 general
After Mike Gallagher announced his resignation from the United States House of Representatives, serving for Wisconsin’s 8th congressional district, in 2024, Wied announced his candidacy in the special election to succeed him.[5] Wied received an endorsement from Donald Trump and Alex Bruesewitz, a Trump ally who had previously considered running to succeed Gallagher before Wied entered the race. Wied defeated state senators André Jacque and Roger Roth in the Republican Party primary election on August 13.[6][7] He won the special and general elections against the Democratic Party nominee, Kristin Lyerly, and was sworn in on November 12.[8][9]
Tenure
Wied supported the American Relief Act of 2025.[10]
Personal life
Wied and his wife, Angela, have four sons. They live in De Pere, Wisconsin.[2]
Electoral history
U.S. House (2024)
| Year | Election | Date | Elected | Defeated | Total | Plurality | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 (special) | Primary[11] | Aug. 13 | Tony Wied | Republican | 42,610 | 42.48% | Roger Roth | Rep. | 31,874 | 32.53% | 97,993 | 10,736 |
| André Jacque | Rep. | 23,509 | 23.99% | |||||||||
| Special[12] | Nov. 5 | Tony Wied | Republican | 242,003 | 57.15% | Kristin Lyerly | Dem. | 181,196 | 42.80% | 423,431 | 60,807 | |
| 2024 | Primary[13] | Aug. 13 | Tony Wied (inc) | Republican | 41,937 | 42.13% | Roger Roth | Rep. | 34,344 | 34.51% | 99,532 | 7,593 |
| André Jacque | Rep. | 23,186 | 23.30% | |||||||||
| General[14] | Nov. 5 | Tony Wied (inc) | Republican | 240,040 | 57.30% | Kristin Lyerly | Dem. | 178,666 | 42.64% | 418,978 | 61,593 | |
References
- ^ “Rep. Tony Wied – R Wisconsin, 8th, In Office – Biography”. LegiStorm. Retrieved November 6, 2024.
- ^ a b Schilz, Indiana; Steeno, Paul (August 13, 2024). “Tony Wied wins Republican nominee for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District after Roth concedes”. We Are Green Bay. Retrieved November 6, 2024.
- ^ “Denver-based 7-Eleven Operator Buys Green Bay-based Dino Stop Chain”. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. September 12, 2022. Retrieved November 6, 2024.
- ^ D’Andrea, Robert (April 9, 2024). “Green Bay businessman enters congressional race with Trump endorsement”. Wisconsin Public Radio. Retrieved November 6, 2024.
- ^ Meyer, Brady (April 8, 2024). “Former Wisconsin business owner Tony Wied launches U.S. Congress campaign, backed by Trump”. WLUK-TV. Retrieved April 8, 2024.
- ^ Bauer, Scott (April 8, 2024). “Former owner of gas station chain gets Trump’s endorsement in Wisconsin congressional race”. Associated Press. Retrieved November 6, 2024.
- ^ Andrea, Lawrence. “Trump-backed Tony Wied wins GOP primary in congressional seat vacated by Mike Gallagher”. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
- ^ Andrea, Lawrence (November 5, 2024). “Tony Wied claims 8th Congressional District seat vacated by Mike Gallagher”. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
- ^ Foxx, Rhonda (November 6, 2024). “Republican Tony Wied defeats Democrat Dr. Kristin Lyerly for the 8th Congressional District seat”. Spectrum News.
- ^ “Congressman Wied Statement on the American Relief Act of 2025 | Congressman Tony Wied”. wied.house.gov. December 20, 2024. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
- ^ County by County Report – 2024 Partisan Primary (PDF) (Report). Wisconsin Elections Commission. August 26, 2024. p. 10. Retrieved January 11, 2025.
- ^ County by County Report – 2024 General Election (PDF) (Report). Wisconsin Elections Commission. November 27, 2024. p. 1. Retrieved January 11, 2025.
- ^ County by County Report – 2024 Partisan Primary (PDF) (Report). Wisconsin Elections Commission. August 26, 2024. p. 2. Retrieved January 11, 2025.
- ^ County by County Report – 2024 General Election (PDF) (Report). Wisconsin Elections Commission. November 27, 2024. p. 18. Retrieved January 11, 2025.
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