Chris Stewart — Former U.S. Representative (UT-2)
Category: Federal Legislator — U.S. Representative (former) Role: Served 2013–2023; Resigned from Congress September 15, 2023, due to spouse’s health condition Priority: P3
Basis for Inclusion
Subject Classification: Former Public Official — Resigned from Congress September 15, 2023, due to spouse’s health condition Basis for Inclusion: (1) Signed the Texas v. Pennsylvania amicus brief; (2) voted to reject certified Electoral College results from Arizona and Pennsylvania on January 6-7, 2021. What Is Not the Basis for Inclusion: Policy positions or party affiliation.
Who Is Chris Stewart?
Christopher Mark Stewart (born July 15, 1960, Ogden, Utah) is a Republican former U.S. Representative who served Utah’s 2nd Congressional District from 2013 until September 15, 2023, when he resigned citing his wife Evie’s ongoing health condition. He served on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and was a member of the Gang of Eight.
Documented Actions: 2020 Election
December 11, 2020: Signed Texas v. Pennsylvania Amicus Brief
SourceTexas v. Pennsylvania, No. 22O155, amicus brief of 126 Representatives.Chris Stewart signed the amicus brief in Texas v. Pennsylvania, No. 22O155.
January 6–7, 2021: Voted to Reject Certified Electoral College Results
SourceGovTrack.us; Ballotpedia.Chris Stewart voted YEA on the House objections to Arizona and Pennsylvania’s certified electoral results.
Accountability Status
Current status: Resigned from Congress September 15, 2023, due to spouse’s health condition Legal exposure: No known criminal charges or investigations
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| Corporate / LLC | State secretary of state; OpenCorporates for cross-border shells from reporting |
| Sanctions / PEP | OpenSanctions when international business context is already sourced |
| Contracts / grants | USAspending.gov for named entities from investigations |
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Sources
- Wikipedia, “Chris Stewart”
- GovTrack.us
- Texas v. Pennsylvania, No. 22O155, amicus brief
Last Updated: May 22, 2026 Profile Status: Former member — Resigned from Congress September 15, 2023, due to spouse’s health condition