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<h4>Monica Tranel was raised with her nine brothers and sisters on a ranch in eastern Montana, and she always had a job to do: feeding pigs, stacking hay, fixing fences.</h4>The strong work ethic Monica learned on the ranch led her to become a world-class rower, competing in two Olympics and winning a World Championship Gold for the United States Women’s Rowing Team - the first U.S. Women’s eight to win gold at 2000 meters.Monica worked her way through college and law school. Her career has been in Montana, working for local business owners, working families, and Montana ranchers.<h4>As an attorney, she has taken on out-of-state billionaires and corporate monopolies to stop them from ripping off Montanans.</h4>Monica took Northwestern all the way to the state supreme court, and won, saving rate payers $10 million dollars. She stopped a New York Hedge fund from cheating Montana small businesses, and beat out-of-state corporation’s attempts to steal land from local ranchers.Corporations buy politicians like Ryan Zinke to drive up their profits, and hardworking Montanans are paying for it. We can bring rising costs down by cleaning up Congress.<h4>Monica will hold those who want to profit off the backs of everyday Montanans accountable so we can focus on bringing down costs for everyone.</h4>She will work to create an economic environment where our local and small businesses can thrive, and provide good paying jobs to folks who want to build families here and contribute to our economy year-round. Montana has some of the best and most unique natural resources in the world, and can lead the energy transition by developing our tremendous potential.<h4>We need a leader for the people of Montana - no more rotten politicians who make the whole barrel bad just by being in it.</h4>Monica Tranel continues her statewide practice, serving the people of Montana, and enjoys Montana’s outdoor spaces with her husband and three daughters.

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Missoula, MT – Last week on her “I’m Listening, Montana” tour, Monica Tranel hosted forums with Native leaders from the Blackfeet and Flathead Reservations to discuss issues relevant to Native women, met with Lake and Glacier County Commissioners, and held meet and greets with supporters in Whitefish and Polson.During the forums, Tranel heard directly from Native and local leaders about the top issues Native women are facing, from healthcare and childcare, to education and retaining the history of Native languages within their communities.&nbsp;<img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/57320807-b9e3-4edd-8615-92e27f912f7f/57320807-b9e3-4edd-8615-92e27f912f7f.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C512%2C384&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="Tranel hosts a discussion with Native Women in Browning" align="center" alignwidth="25" variant="base">Tranel hosts a discussion with Native Women in Browning<img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/bc261524-45c4-4c35-b442-f129bb8b4170/bc261524-45c4-4c35-b442-f129bb8b4170.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C512%2C384&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="Tranel meets with supporters in Polson" align="center" alignwidth="25" variant="base">Tranel meets with supporters in Polson“The more I travel this district and hear directly from voters, the more clear it becomes that Montanans are ready for a representative who shows up and listens when they need it most,” said Tranel. “I’m committed to hitting every corner of this district and bringing all Montanans to the table.”Tranel announced her district-wide “I’m Listening, Montana” tour to connect with Montanans across every corner of Montana’s 1st Congressional District about the concerns and challenges they’re facing and share her message of working for fairness, accountability, and freedom for all Montanans.The tour will stop in all 16 counties and two tribal nations in MT-01 and will include roundtables, meet and greets, community tours, and meetings with local elected officials and community leaders.Since launching her campaign, Tranel has earned the endorsements of dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, the NewDem Action Fund, Reproductive Freedom for All, Square One, the LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, Elect Democratic Women, and the Voter Protection Project. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

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Monica Tranel Visits Lake &amp; Glacier Counties, Hosts Native Women’s Forums

Missoula, MT – Last week, Monica Tranel visited Flathead County on her “I’m Listening, Montana” tour to host a roundtable on affordable housing, attend the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce annual banquet, and tour a local manufacturing small business.At the roundtable, Tranel was joined by local leaders and community partners to discuss expanding affordable housing opportunities for Montanans. Attendees included NeighborWorks Montana, Shelter Whitefish, the Kalispell and Whitefish City Managers, Northwest Montana Association of Realtors, Flathead Land Trust, and Northwest Montana Community Land Trust.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/9ad5f9cf-afb6-40f4-bcf0-1e0fe1e76207/9ad5f9cf-afb6-40f4-bcf0-1e0fe1e76207.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C384%2C512&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="Tranel hosts a roundtable to discuss affordable housing" align="center" alignwidth="25" variant="base">Tranel hosts a roundtable to discuss affordable housing<img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/79bfb035-4150-46fc-a3d8-851c91b6dda7/79bfb035-4150-46fc-a3d8-851c91b6dda7.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C384%2C512&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="Tranel tours Timberline Tool, a manufacturing business" align="center" alignwidth="25" variant="base">Tranel tours Timberline Tool, a manufacturing business<img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/85d9b32a-118c-449c-85ea-0ead4d2d60c5/85d9b32a-118c-449c-85ea-0ead4d2d60c5.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C512%2C384&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="Tranel celebrates local business leaders at the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet" align="center" alignwidth="25" variant="base">Tranel celebrates local business leaders at the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet“I’m traveling to every corner of this district and everywhere I go, I hear from Montanans about the skyrocketing cost of housing,” said Tranel. “Families are struggling to make ends meet and now more than ever, they need a leader who will step up, lower costs, and grow the middle class. I look forward to being that leader in Congress.”Tranel announced her district-wide “I’m Listening, Montana” tour to connect with Montanans across every corner of Montana’s 1st Congressional District about the concerns and challenges they’re facing and share her message of working for fairness, accountability, and freedom for all Montanans.The tour will stop in all 16 counties and two tribal nations in MT-01 and will include roundtables, meet and greets, community tours, and meetings with local elected officials and community leaders.Since launching her campaign, Tranel has earned the endorsements of dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, the NewDem Action Fund, Reproductive Freedom for All, Square One, the LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, Elect Democratic Women, and the Voter Protection Project. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Visits Flathead County &amp; Hosts Affordable Housing Roundtable

Missoula, MT —&nbsp; Monica Tranel asked the Montana Commission to reconsider the 28% rate hike it gave NorthWestern based on the discriminatory impact of the increase on Montana’s small businesses, renters, and homeowners that are saddled with the bulk of NorthWestern’s $100 million rate heist.6 days after <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/news?id=cbc841cf-81d9-4a3e-8e5d-35bad9e7b377">Tranel called on Ryan Zinke to fully oppose NorthWestern’s rate increase and return their corporate PAC’s contribution to his campaign</a>, Zinke remains silent as he <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fec.gov/data/receipts/?data_type=processed&amp;amp;committee_id=C00550871&amp;amp;committee_id=C00778159&amp;amp;contributor_name=C00068056">takes corporate PAC money from NorthWestern</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clerk.house.gov/Votes/2023511?Page=2">supports cutting low-income heating assistance by more than 75%</a>.Tranel released the following statement:“I’m working for the people of Montana – our small businesses and communities that are disproportionately being forced to bear the costs of everything – including heating our homes, schools, hospitals, and business. Ryan Zinke continues to line his pockets getting rich off the high costs of everything and doing nothing for Montana. I’m doing what I’ve done my entire career – working to put money back in Montanans’ pockets, and that’s exactly what I’ll continue doing in Congress.”&nbsp;Since launching her campaign, Tranel has earned the endorsements of dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, the NewDem Action Fund, Reproductive Freedom for All, Square One, the LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, Elect Democratic Women, and the Voter Protection Project. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Day 6: Monica Tranel Files Motion for Reconsideration on NorthWestern’s Rate Increase

Missoula, MT — Earlier this week, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/news?id=cbc841cf-81d9-4a3e-8e5d-35bad9e7b377">Monica Tranel called on Ryan Zinke to fully oppose NorthWestern’s rate increase and return their corporate PAC’s contribution to his campaign</a> – 3 days later, Zinke remains silent as he <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fec.gov/data/receipts/?data_type=processed&amp;amp;committee_id=C00550871&amp;amp;committee_id=C00778159&amp;amp;contributor_name=C00068056">takes corporate PAC money from NorthWestern</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clerk.house.gov/Votes/2023511?Page=2">supports cutting low-income heating assistance by more than 75%</a>.Thanks to NorthWestern Energy and the Republican-controlled Montana Public Service Commission, a historic 28% rate hike officially went into effect on November 1st, the majority of which will fall on Montana’s small businesses, renters, and homeowners.Tranel released the following statement in response to Zinke’s continued silence:“Why does Ryan remain silent as the Commission allows NorthWestern to pummel Montana’s small businesses, renters, and homeowners with this $100 million rate heist? He’s bought and paid for by corporate interests, he works for them, not Montana.It's time Montanans have a representative who puts our needs ahead of corporate profits. I’ve worked for Montanans my entire career, I’ll work for Montanans in Congress.”Since launching her campaign, Tranel has earned the endorsements of dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, the NewDem Action Fund, Reproductive Freedom for All, Square One, the LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, Elect Democratic Women, and the Voter Protection Project. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Day 3: Ryan Zinke Remains Silent On NorthWestern’s Rate Increase and Has Not Returned PAC Money

Missoula, MT — Today, thanks to NorthWestern Energy and the Republican-controlled Montana Public Service Commission, a historic 28% rate hike officially goes into effect, the majority of which will fall on Montana’s small businesses, renters, and homeowners.Yesterday, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/news?id=cbc841cf-81d9-4a3e-8e5d-35bad9e7b377">Monica Tranel called on Ryan Zinke to fully oppose NorthWestern’s rate increase and return their corporate PAC’s contribution to his campaign</a> – he has yet to do either.Tranel released the following statement in response to Zinke’s silence:&nbsp;“As freezing temperatures hit western Montana, Ryan Zinke <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fec.gov/data/receipts/?data_type=processed&amp;amp;committee_id=C00550871&amp;amp;committee_id=C00778159&amp;amp;contributor_name=C00068056">continues to take corporate PAC money from NorthWestern</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clerk.house.gov/Votes/2023511?Page=2">supports cutting low-income heating assistance by more than 75%</a>, and remains silent on NorthWestern’s $100 million rate heist.It’s clear now more than ever that Ryan will always put his corporate donors ahead of Montanans. It’s time to hold him accountable.&nbsp;In Congress, I will work for Montanans and put the interests of our communities above the profits for corporate monopolies.”Since launching her campaign, Tranel has earned the endorsements of dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, the NewDem Action Fund, Reproductive Freedom for All, Square One, the LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, Elect Democratic Women, and the Voter Protection Project. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Day 1: Ryan Zinke Remains Silent On NorthWestern’s Rate Increase and Has Not Returned PAC Money

Missoula, MT — As the first snow falls and freezing temperatures hit, Montanans are getting pummeled with another huge energy rate increase, thanks to NorthWestern Energy and the Republican-controlled Montana Public Service Commission.&nbsp;Last Wednesday, the Commission unanimously approved a 28% rate increase from last year, the majority of which will fall on small businesses, renters, and homeowners. This historical rate hike goes into effect November 1, 2023 – meaning the heat Montanans need right now is costing them nearly one-third more than what they paid before.&nbsp;Monica Tranel released the following statement in response to NorthWestern Energy’s rate increase:“What are Montanans getting for this $100 million rate heist? No new energy generation; rate hikes on the backs of Montana’s small businesses, homeowners, and renters; and wasteful spending to make NorthWestern’s executives feel better.&nbsp;What is NorthWestern getting? Money, and lots of it, for their executives and shareholders, and purchased politicians in their pocket. NorthWestern’s corporate PAC <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fec.gov/data/receipts/?data_type=processed&amp;amp;committee_id=C00550871&amp;amp;committee_id=C00778159&amp;amp;contributor_name=C00068056">contributed</a> to Ryan Zinke’s campaign and while taking their money, he <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clerk.house.gov/Votes/2023511?Page=2">voted</a> to cut funding for low-income heating assistance by more than 75%.As Montanans struggle to heat their homes, Ryan is benefiting from his corporate donors yet again. This is absolutely unacceptable. I call on Ryan to fully oppose NorthWestern’s rate increase and return their PAC’s contribution immediately.”Since launching her campaign, Tranel has earned the endorsements of dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, the NewDem Action Fund, Reproductive Freedom for All, Square One, the LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, Elect Democratic Women, and the Voter Protection Project. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Opposes NorthWestern Energy’s Rate Increase and Calls on Zinke to Return PAC Money

Missoula, MT – Last week on her “I’m Listening, Montana” tour, Monica Tranel met with County Commissioners and held roundtables in both Lincoln and Sanders County.During her roundtables, Monica heard directly from a diverse constituency of local leaders, including the Mayors of Troy and Libby, about the most pressing issues facing their communities, including affordable housing, property taxes, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mtstandard.com/opinion/column/monica-tranel-montanas-100-million-rate-heist/article_394a7b54-74e3-11ee-9643-7b37e7ec8f6c.html">rising utility costs</a>, forest management, changes in local industries, education, and healthcare.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/885ce5e9-5505-426a-b900-74556f12f1b6/885ce5e9-5505-426a-b900-74556f12f1b6.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C1500%2C1999&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="center" alignwidth="25" variant="base"><img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/da8df47c-2056-4ee9-9096-9ace60b4d01a/da8df47c-2056-4ee9-9096-9ace60b4d01a.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C1500%2C1999&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="center" alignwidth="25" variant="base">“My campaign is about listening, bringing people together and showing up for Montanans – something we aren’t getting from our current representative,” said Tranel. “Montana families are facing so many challenges, from unaffordable housing to skyrocketing utility rates. I’ve spent my career standing up to those who take advantage of Montanans, and that’s exactly what I’ll do in Congress.”Tranel announced her district-wide “I’m Listening, Montana” tour to connect with Montanans across every corner of Montana’s 1st Congressional District about the concerns and challenges they’re facing and share her message of working for fairness, accountability, and freedom for all Montanans.The tour will stop in all 16 counties and two tribal nations in MT-01 and will include roundtables, meet and greets, community tours, and meetings with local elected officials and community leaders.Since launching her campaign, Tranel has earned the endorsements of dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, the NewDem Action Fund, Reproductive Freedom for All, Square One, the LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, Elect Democratic Women, and the Voter Protection Project. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Visits Lincoln &amp; Sanders Counties On “I’m Listening, Montana” Tour

MT Standard Op-Ed: "Montana's $100 million rate heist"

Missoula, MT – Today, Monica Tranel earned the endorsement of the New Democrat Coalition Action Fund, a solutions-oriented caucus of nearly 100 Members who are focused on cutting through the division to find new, pragmatic solutions to get our Congress and our country back on track to meet the moment, in her campaign to represent the people of Montana’s 1st Congressional District.“I’ve dedicated my entire career to working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses, and am proud to have the New Dems Action Fund with me as I continue this work through my journey to Congress. As Montana’s representative, I will continue my work to build Montana’s middle class, protect our freedoms and privacy, ensure a clean and healthy environment, and put money back in the pockets of our families, seniors, and veterans who are struggling to cope with high prices and lack of housing,” said Tranel.&nbsp;“I’m thrilled the NewDem Action Fund has endorsed Monica Tranel’s campaign for Congress,” said NewDem Chair Annie Kuster. “She’s a battle tested candidate who can run a tough race and defeat far-right extremist Rep. Ryan Zinke in 2024. I look forward to working with Monica to take back this seat from Republicans and ultimately take back the House.”The NewDem Action Fund joins dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, Reproductive Freedom for All, Square One, the Voter Protection Project, LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, and Elect Democratic Women in endorsing Tranel. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the NewDem Action Fund

Missoula, MT – Today, Monica Tranel earned the endorsement of Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America), which fights to protect and advance reproductive freedom at the federal and state levels, in her campaign to represent the people of Montana’s 1st Congressional District.“Montanans cherish our freedom and privacy. We have a constitutional right to privacy. We have the freedom to marry the person we love, to decide when, whether, and with whom we will have a family, and to practice what religion, if any, we choose. My career has been about building Montana’s middle class and working for families, ranchers, and small businesses. I’m proud to have Reproductive Freedom for All with me as I continue this journey to Congress to protect our fundamental freedom and privacy,” said Tranel.&nbsp;“Anti-abortion House Republicans are hell-bent on ramming through a national abortion ban, and we need to take back the House in 2024 to stop them. Monica Tranel knows that abortion access matters to Americans and is boldly leading with her plans to protect and restore our rights across the country. That’s why Reproductive Freedom for All is proud to endorse her, and we’re ready to get to work and ensure she is elected next November,” said Reproductive Freedom for All President and CEO Mini Timmaraju.Reproductive Freedom for All joins dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, Square One, the Voter Protection Project, LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, and Elect Democratic Women in endorsing Tranel. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from Reproductive Freedom for All

Missoula, MT – This week on her “I’m Listening, Montana” tour, Monica Tranel toured the Missoula Food Bank, held a roundtable with local leaders, and met with supporters.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/773f4c00-e182-45d7-95e0-9ef79a2423bf/773f4c00-e182-45d7-95e0-9ef79a2423bf.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C360%2C480&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed"> Tranel listened to people running the Missoula Food Bank talk about the challenges they face, including increasing food insecurity in the community, and families facing rising costs.A roundtable of community leaders and partners gathered to discuss food security, renewable energy, and economic challenges and opportunities in western Montana, including the Community Food &amp; Agriculture Coalition, Missoula Electric Cooperative, Climate Smart Missoula, Families for a Livable Climate, Garden City Harvest, and the Missoula Food Bank.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/b8b8de6e-26d5-4ef3-8118-19507123c1bf/b8b8de6e-26d5-4ef3-8118-19507123c1bf.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C512%2C386&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">“Rising costs are hitting families hard, and I will work to grow our middle class,” said Monica Tranel. “Montanans need a Representative who listens to them, to work on solutions that fit our communities, and I’m committed to doing that.”Tranel announced her district-wide “I’m Listening, Montana” tour to connect with Montanans across every corner of Montana’s 1st Congressional District about the concerns and challenges we’re facing and share her message of working for fairness, accountability, and freedom for all Montanans.The tour will stop in all 16 counties and two tribal nations in MT-01 and will include roundtables, meet and greets, community tours, and meetings with local elected officials and community leaders.Since launching her campaign, Tranel has earned the endorsements of dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, Square One, the Voter Protection Project, LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, and Elect Democratic Women. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Stops in Missoula County on “I’m Listening, Montana” Tour

Missoula, MT – Today, Monica Tranel earned the endorsement of Square One, a non-profit that provides high-impact, hands-on support to the most promising Democrats running for Congress, in her campaign to represent the people of Montana’s 1st Congressional District.“Today’s U.S. House of Representatives does not have a single Democrat from the area of the country between Seattle and Minneapolis. Square One is focused on electing people who reflect America – to ensure we have a truly representative democracy. Our country is a government of, for, and by the people, and to make that happen, we need people from all walks of life working for us. I will bring a much-needed voice – a voice for the people – from the western U.S. to Congress. I’ve dedicated my entire career to working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses, and am excited to have Square One with me as I continue this work through my journey to Congress,” said Tranel.&nbsp;"Congress needs more leaders like Monica Tranel. She has spent her entire career working for Montanans and holding corporate interests accountable, and has a deep understanding of the specific issues facing Montanans today. Monica brings energy, dedication, and new ideas to her campaign to represent Montana's 1st Congressional District. We're looking forward to her flipping this seat next November and giving western Montana the representation it deserves in Washington,” said Square One National Political Director Isabel Alter.Square One joins dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, the Voter Protection Project, LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, and Elect Democratic Women in endorsing Tranel. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from Square One

Missoula, MT – Monica Tranel kicked off her “I’m Listening, Montana” tour last week with stops in Madison and Gallatin Counties.Tranel met with the Madison County Commissioners to hear about the challenges facing their community.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/9b12984e-5c08-4801-8112-d24a4f44000c/9b12984e-5c08-4801-8112-d24a4f44000c.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C382%2C238&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="45" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">In Gallatin County, Tranel sat down with Montana State University students to discuss the importance of addressing climate change and protecting reproductive freedom.At a Pearls of Policy Luncheon in Gallatin County, Tranel joined other women to share her experiences, insights, and passions around law and policy in the landscape of Montana.“It was great to sit down with folks in Madison and Gallatin County and hear directly from Montanans about the issues that matter most to them, from protecting privacy and freedom to growing the middle class,” said Tranel. “Montanans want a Representative who listens to them, and that’s exactly what I’ll do in Congress. I’m ready to get to work to address the concerns facing Montanans.”<img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/1e5416de-46c4-4fa2-b0bb-d075ecb16c8d/1e5416de-46c4-4fa2-b0bb-d075ecb16c8d.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C512%2C384&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">Tranel announced her district-wide “I’m Listening, Montana” tour to connect with Montanans across every corner of Montana’s 1st Congressional District about the concerns and challenges we’re facing and share her message of working for fairness, accountability, and freedom for all Montanans.The tour will stop in all 16 counties and two tribal nations in MT-01 and will include roundtables, meet and greets, community tours, and meetings with local elected officials and community leaders.Since launching her campaign, Tranel has earned the endorsements of dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, the Voter Protection Project, LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, and Elect Democratic Women. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Stops in Madison &amp; Gallatin Counties During First Week of “I’m Listening, Montana”

Missoula, MT – Today, Monica Tranel announced a district-wide “I’m Listening, Montana” tour to connect with Montanans across every corner of Montana’s 1st Congressional District about the concerns and challenges they’re facing and share her message of working for fairness, accountability, and freedom for all Montanans.Tranel plans to travel to all 16 counties and two tribal nations in MT-01. The tour, which kicks off this week in Gallatin County, will include roundtables, meet and greets, community tours, and meetings with local elected officials and community leaders.Tranel released the following statement announcing the tour:“Montana is our home, and we need elected officials who work for the people – that is what self-government and representative democracy is about. It’s time to come together to work for the common goals we all share – safe communities, where everyone has the opportunity to be their best, where we respect each other’s privacy and freedom to live life on our own terms, and accountability to each other and to the community we live in.”&nbsp;“Growing up in eastern Montana I know we have so much in common, and our communities thrive when we connect with and listen to each other. People say they are tired of politics, but I want to connect our communities. I will govern the same way I campaign – by listening to Montanans and working for and with them. I will be traveling with a comment box where I hope to collect notes from Montanans I meet across the way. I want to know about their hopes, dreams, and concerns for their communities, and what they’d like to see from their elected officials.”&nbsp;“I’m Listening, Montana” Tour Stops:<ul><li>Gallatin County - October 11, 2023 &amp; October 13, 2023</li><li>Missoula County - October 17, 2023</li><li>Lincoln County - October 25, 2023</li><li>Sanders County - October 25, 2023</li><li>Flathead County - November 9, 2023</li><li>Blackfeet Indian Reservation - November 13, 2023</li><li>Flathead Indian Reservation - November 14, 2023</li><li>Lake County - November 14, 2023</li></ul>More stops will be announced in the coming weeks, and various events will be open to the press and advised throughout the tour.Since launching her campaign, Tranel has earned the endorsements of dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, the Voter Protection Project, LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, and Elect Democratic Women. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career working for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Announces District-Wide “I’m Listening, Montana” Tour

Missoula, MT — Today, Monica Tranel announced she raised over $730,000 in the third quarter – the first quarter since launching her campaign for Montana’s 1st Congressional district – and has over $600,000 cash on hand.Tranel has raised a historic amount: this marks the highest amount raised by any Montana Congressional candidate in their first quarter of a regular election in the off-year. 77% of Tranel’s contributors are Montanans, reflecting a deep level of support for her campaign by and for Montanans.Tranel released the following statement in response to her record-breaking fundraising numbers:&nbsp;“I’ve held a lot of records in my life, but I’m more proud of being a champion long jumper for the Broadview Pirates than raising lots of money to represent my fellow Montanans. Campaign finance needs to be reformed. But we won’t get money out of politics until we get purchased politicians like Ryan Zinke out of office. I’ll work for Montanans in office, not the DC special interests that bought Ryan Zinke.I know Montana because I live here, in my only home, and I share the frustration of Montana families, ranchers, and small businesses who want change. People are getting hammered with high prices everywhere – at the gas pump, paying for heat and rent, and tax increases. Ryan Zinke is voting against Montanans – he’s voting against healthcare for veterans, against law enforcement in our towns, and against our schools. And then he voted to shut down the government completely.&nbsp;It’s time for change. Your support tells me you want change, and I’ll bring that change to Washington for Montana.”&nbsp;Since launching her campaign, Tranel has earned the endorsements of former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer, dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders, the LCV Action Fund, the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILY’s List, Elect Democratic Women, and the Voter Protection Project. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/endorsements">here</a>.

Monica Tranel Announces Raising Over $730K In Q3

Missoula, MT — Today, Monica Tranel earned the endorsement of the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) Action Fund, which works to elect pro-environment candidates, in her campaign to represent the people of Montana’s 1st Congressional district.“Montana is the Treasure State with tremendous natural resources and has contributed so much to the American economy. Montana can be a leader in the energy transition. I’m grateful to receive the endorsement of the LCV Action Fund and will work alongside them to protect our rivers, lakes, mountains, and prairies and find common sense solutions for a sustainable and livable world. I’m proud to have the LCV Action Fund with me on the journey to Congress to protect our fundamental right to a clean and healthy environment that marks Montana and America,” said Tranel.&nbsp;“Congress needs more strong environmental leaders like Monica Tranel who will tackle the climate crisis and protect the natural places that make Montana and our country so special,” said LCV Action Fund Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Tiernan Sittenfeld. “Monica Tranel has fervently fought for clean water, rural communities, and ranchers across Montana, and is committed to building a clean energy future and a more free and fair democracy for all. We’re thrilled to endorse Monica Tranel for Congress to continue to work for the people, not special interests and polluters.” The LCV Action Fund joins the Montana Federation of Public Employees, EMILYs List, Elect Democratic Women, the Voter Protection Project, former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer, and dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders in endorsing Tranel. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/new-page">here</a>.

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the LCV Action Fund

Missoula, MT — Today, Monica Tranel earned the endorsement of EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, in her campaign to represent the people of Montana’s 1st Congressional district.“Freedom and privacy are fundamental values. Freedom to decide when, whether, and with whom we become parents, freedom to marry the person we love, freedom to practice what religion, if any, we choose. Our freedom and privacy to live life on our own terms are being threatened by a radical agenda supported by Ryan Zinke that hurts the pocketbooks of our families, schools, small businesses, seniors, and veterans while shifting huge tax breaks to the wealthiest. I’ve dedicated my entire career to fighting for Montana’s middle class, families, ranchers, and small businesses. I’m proud to have EMILYs List with me on the journey to Congress to protect the fundamental freedom and privacy that marks Montana and America,” said Tranel.&nbsp;“Montana’s 1st Congressional District deserves better than an anti-choice representative who consistently votes with MAGA extremists to take away their rights. Monica Tranel has been serving Montanans for her entire career, and she has what it takes to go up against Ryan Zinke and his radical agenda. Tranel has seen firsthand what Montana’s women, families, and small businesses need to thrive, and EMILYs List is proud to support her candidacy,” said EMILYs List President Laphonza Butler.EMILYs List joins the Montana Federation of Public Employees, Elect Democratic Women, the Voter Protection Project, former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer, and dozens of Montana legislators, elected officials, and community leaders in endorsing Tranel. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/new-page">here</a>.

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from EMILYs List

Missoula, MT — Today, Monica Tranel earned the endorsement of the Voter Protection Project (VPP), the largest national PAC focused on electing voting rights champions and holding Republicans accountable for their attacks on democracy, in her campaign to represent the people of Montana’s 1st congressional district."We are fortunate to live in a democracy where our elections are secure and fair. The Voter Protection Project works to ensure that our elections remain that way, and that every vote is counted. Their endorsement of my campaign aligns with my commitment to work for and protect the security and stability of our democracy and to make sure that everyone feels they can participate. The middle class is the engine of our democracy, and our government works best when it is truly representative of the people who live here. When elected, I will be the first female Olympian in Congress, and the only democrat in the U.S. House between Seattle and Minneapolis. Thank you Voter Protection Project – working together, we will bring a much-needed voice from the Western U.S. to Congress,” said Tranel.&nbsp;“Monica’s deep Montana roots and proven record as a fighter for the middle-class against out-of-state interests caught our attention,” said Heather Grevenworth, Executive Director of The Voter Protection Project. “Monica is a fierce competitor who will protect the Montana way of life, including the sacred right to vote for all Americans. We need proven leaders in Congress to protect and expand access to the ballot box, that’s why we are backing her campaign for MT-01.”The Voter Protection Project joins the Montana Federation of Public Employees, Elect Democratic Women, former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer, and dozens of Montana legislators and leaders in endorsing Tranel. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/new-page">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career fighting for Montana’s working families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the Voter Protection Protect

Missoula, MT — Today, Monica Tranel earned the endorsement of the Montana Federation of Public Employees (MFPE), Montana’s largest union, in her campaign to represent the people of Montana’s 1st congressional district. MFPE represents all of Montana’s public employment sectors, including preK-12 public education, higher education, law enforcement, healthcare, and city, county, and state government.“The support of MFPE is deeply meaningful to me - my family includes teachers and public employees who have devoted their lives and careers to public service," said Tranel. "It’s an honor to have public employees join me early on this journey to work for Montanans. Together, we will send Montana’s voice to Congress."&nbsp;“Monica knows that growing our economy starts with growing the middle class,” said MFPE President Amanda Curtis. “She knows Montana’s public schools and public services provide the stability and security Montanans need to raise our families, start and grow businesses, and protect our way of life. We trust Tranel to deliver for working Montanans and our economy. Our early endorsement reflects Monica’s proven leadership, honesty, and worker-powered grassroots campaign.”The Montana Federation of Public Employees joins Elect Democratic Women, former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer, 22 Montana legislators, and 28 Western Montana leaders in endorsing Tranel, including former Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction Denise Juneau, former Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction Nancy Keenan, Senate Minority Leader Pat Flowers, Senator Shannon O’Brien, and Representative Jonathan Karlen. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/new-page">here</a>.###Monica Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career fighting for Montana’s working families, ranchers, and small businesses.&nbsp;

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the Montana Federation of Public Employees

Missoula, MT — Today, Monica Tranel earned the endorsement of Elect Democratic Women (EDW), the only member-led committee dedicated to electing more Democratic women to Congress, in her campaign to represent the people of Montana’s 1st congressional district.“I am honored to be endorsed by Elect Democratic Women. I was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana with my nine siblings, went on to compete in two Olympics, and have dedicated my 25-year career as an attorney in Montana working for Montanans. If elected, I would be the first female Olympian to ever serve in Congress. Today, there is not a single Democrat between Seattle and Minneapolis in the House. I would bring a much needed voice from the Western U.S. to Congress, as well as my experience growing up in and working for Montana's families, ranchers, and small businesses. I also have experience working with powerful women to accomplish a shared goal - something I'm excited to do alongside the leaders of Elect Democratic Women,” said Tranel.“The Elect Democratic Women board is proud to endorse Monica Tranel in Montana’s 1st Congressional District. Monica has an unyielding work ethic and isn’t one to back down from a fight,” said Rep. Lois Frankel (D-FL), chair of Elect Democratic Women. “As an attorney, Monica stopped out-of-state billionaires from profiting off hard-working Montanans and as a world-class rower, she used her incredible drive and determination to represent the U.S. in the Olympics. Montanans need someone like Monica standing up for them in Congress, fighting for small businesses, protecting a woman’s right to choose, and uplifting women and their families. We are looking forward to working with her to flip this seat.”&nbsp;Elect Democratic Women joins former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer, 22 Montana legislators, and 28 Western Montana leaders in endorsing Tranel, including former Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction Denise Juneau, former Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction Nancy Keenan, Senate Minority Leader Pat Flowers, Senator Shannon O’Brien, and Representative Jonathan Karlen. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/new-page">here</a>.###Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career fighting for Montana’s working families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from Elect Democratic Women

Missoula, MT — A week after launching her campaign for Montana’s 1st congressional district, Monica Tranel continues to gain momentum and support across Montana in her rematch against Ryan Zinke.&nbsp;Highlights from Tranel’s first week on the campaign trail include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Raising $275,000 in the first seven days of her campaign – 78 percent of those contributions coming from Montanans.&nbsp;</li><li>Earning the endorsement of former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer, 22 Montana legislators, and 28 Western Montana leaders, including former Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction Denise Juneau, former Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction Nancy Keenan, Senate Minority Leader Pat Flowers, Senator Shannon O’Brien, and Representative Jonathan Karlen. You can see Tranel’s full list of endorsers <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/new-page">here</a>.</li><li>Holding four campaign launch events in Missoula, Bozeman, Kalispell, and Butte, showcasing the grassroots energy behind her candidacy across the district.&nbsp;</li><li>Garnering local and national press coverage, including <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://missoulian.com/democrat-monica-tranel-declares-run-for-congress/article_734d2963-e003-5abd-aa66-66bf1e0223a2.html">The Missoulian</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.montanarightnow.com/news/montana-democrat-monica-tranel-announces-run-for-u-s-congress/article_e9ec2978-1d1b-11ee-ad10-b7f566abf9ae.html">Montana Right Now ABC-FOX</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.mtpr.org/montana-news/2023-07-10/monica-tranel-joins-montanas-western-district-congressional-race">Montana Public Radio</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/tranel-announces-rematch-with-zinke">NBC Montana</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.kpax.com/news/montana-politics/monica-tranel-to-run-for-congress-again">KPAC CBS</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bozemandailychronicle.com/ap_news/montana/montana-democrat-monica-tranel-seeks-rematch-against-us-rep-ryan-zinke/article_ab03d594-aa56-591c-89db-2d3da17290c7.html">Bozeman Daily Chronicle </a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://flatheadbeacon.com/2023/07/13/tranel-hones-in-on-montanas-purple-dna-at-kalispell-launch-event/">Flathead Beacon</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://montanafreepress.org/2023/07/14/tranel-taking-another-run-at-zinke-western-district/">Montana Free Press</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://newstalkkgvo.com/tranel-rematch-zinke/">KGVO Newstalk</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2023/jul/14/tranel-announces-bid-western-district-congressiona/">Daily Inter Lake</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://apnews.com/article/election-2024-montana-house-monica-tranel-zinke-d1a19c23b05234d861a0cd5964e35094">Associated Press</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nbcnews.com/meet-the-press/meetthepressblog/former-house-candidates-launch-comeback-campaigns-2024-rcna93374">NBC News</a>.<ul><li>The Missoulian - "The work for me is to tell my story, what I've done for Montana," Tranel said. "I've kept $10 million in Montanans' pockets. I've spent my career working for Montanans here in Montana."</li><li>Montana Right Now ABC-FOX - "I'm the sixth of ten kids, I rode in the middle of our Olympic eight (rowers), I know the value and the power of the middle." Tranel said. "Small businesses, Montana's ag community, we're the engine room of this country, and we need someone from the engine room... to be our voice in congress."</li><li>Flathead Beacon - “Our work now is to overcome the division of the red and the blue and to dust off the purple DNA of our home, of our state, and to work together for real solutions,” she said during her address to attendees.</li></ul></li></ul>“Monica nearly beat Ryan Zinke last November, and now we’re coming back to finish the job. From Kalispell to Bozeman, and everywhere in between, people are fired up and looking for change – Monica is that change,” Campaign Manager Rob West said. “This level of energy and support in Western Montana is unprecedented, and we’re just getting started. Over the next 16 months, we’re going to use the momentum we’ve gained in the first week of this campaign to build a winning coalition that puts Montana first, not the corporate donors Zinke and his allies are beholden to.”###Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career fighting for Montana’s working families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Showcases Formidable Campaign Force in&nbsp;Congressional Rematch Against Ryan Zinke

Missoula, MT — Today, Monica Tranel announced key endorsements from 29 Western Montana leaders in her campaign to represent Montana’s 1st congressional district. These endorsements are made up of current and former elected officials and community leaders, including former Superintendent of Public Instruction Denise Juneau.&nbsp;“Monica Tranel is the perfect person to carry on Montana’s legacy of fighting for our middle class and strong public schools. She will make sure corporate interests are held accountable so our working families, ranchers, and small businesses who keep our state moving can thrive. We need a leader in Congress we can trust to have our backs, and I know Monica is that leader,” said Juneau.Tranel’s full list of Western Montana leaders endorsing her candidacy includes:<ul><li>Former Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction Denise Juneau</li><li>Former Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction Nancy Keenan</li><li>Former Montana State Senate Minority Leader Steve Doherty</li><li>Montana State Representative Laura Smith (HD 79)</li><li>Missoula County Commissioner Josh Slotnik</li><li>Missoula County Commissioner Juanita Vero</li><li>Gallatin County Commissioner Zach Brown</li><li>Missoula City Councilor Amber Sherill&nbsp;</li><li>Missoula City Councilor Gwen Jones&nbsp;</li><li>Former Montana State Senator Diane Sands</li><li>Former Montana State Senator Dick Barrett</li><li>Former Montana State Senator Bryce Bennett</li><li>Former Montana State Senator Dan Weinberg</li><li>Former Montana State Representative Mike Jopek</li><li>Former Missoula Mayor Mike Kadas</li><li>Helen Weems</li><li>Judith Heilman</li><li>Evan Barrett</li><li>Dayna Swanson</li><li>Al Smith</li><li>Mary Stranahan</li><li>Shane Doyle</li><li>Lucy Beighle</li><li>Amy Cilimburg</li><li>Jim Messina</li><li>Martha Newell</li><li>Terryl Matt</li><li>Jeff Smith</li><li>Melodee Hanes</li></ul>These Western Montana leaders join former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer and 21 Montana legislators, including Senate Minority Leader Pat Flowers, Senator Shannon O’Brien, and Representative Jonathan Karlen, in endorsing Tranel, showcasing unprecedented support for her candidacy. You can see a full list of Montana legislators endorsing Tranel <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.monicatranel.com/news?id=12d81640-4aa7-49be-ad87-2fe316a4b03b">here</a>.&nbsp;###Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career fighting for Montana’s working families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Monica Tranel Announces Endorsements from&nbsp;29 Western Montana Leaders

Missoula, MT —Today, Monica Tranel announced an endorsement from former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer. Schweitzer released the following statement of support for Tranel’s campaign to represent the people of Montana’s 1st congressional district: “I have the utmost faith in Monica Tranel and her ability to be a leader the people of the 1st congressional district can trust to fight for their freedoms. She’s committed to conserving the great natural resources of our state, fighting corporate greed, and building an economy that works for everyone. After decades of economic policies and government overreach that has put hard-working Montana families at a disadvantage, it’s time for a change — and Monica Tranel is that change. I urge the voters of the 1st congressional district to put Monica Tranel in office, so she can take the passion and experience she has all the way to Washington and deliver results for Montanans.” Governor Schweitzer joins 21 Montana legislators in endorsing Tranel, including Senate Minority Leader Pat Flowers, Senator Shannon O’Brien, and Representative Jonathan Karlen, showcasing unprecedented support for her candidacy. You can see a full list of Montana legislators endorsing Tranel <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://monicatranel.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=eb678dd1824280eb2ed634406&amp;id=5744c059df&amp;e=13a94f2f0f">here</a>.&nbsp;###Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career fighting for Montana’s working families, ranchers, and small businesses.&nbsp;

Monica Tranel Announces Endorsement from&nbsp; Former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer

Missoula, MT —&nbsp;Today, Monica Tranel announced she raised $175,000 a mere 24 hours after launching her rematch campaign against Congressman Ryan Zinke for Montana’s 1st congressional district. 85% of Tranel’s contributions in the first 24 hours of her campaign came from Montanans, showcasing an unprecedented level of support for her candidacy.&nbsp; “I’m incredibly grateful for the groundswell of support we’ve received in the past 24 hours,” Tranel said. “While everyday Montanans struggle to afford groceries, stay in their homes, and pay their utilities, Ryan Zinke continues to sell us out to his corporate donors. That can’t be the status quo — Montanans deserve fair, accountable, and common-sense representation. That’s why I’m running for Congress, and with the grassroots support we’re building across the district, we’ll send him packing in November.” “Just 24 hours after launching her rematch campaign against Ryan Zinke, Monica has demonstrated her ability to build the coalition and raise the funds necessary not only to compete, but to win,” Campaign Manager Rob West said. “Over the course of this election, I’m confident we’ll continue to build off this momentum, and Monica will notch even more remarkable successes on the campaign trail.” This announcement comes just one day after Tranel, a two-time Olympian with a 25-year career fighting for Montana’s working families, ranchers, and small businesses, launched her rematch campaign against Ryan Zinke. In 2022, Tranel dramatically overperformed the 2020 presidential ticket in this district and ran one of the most competitive races in the country.###Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career fighting for Montana’s working families, ranchers, and small businesses.&nbsp;

Tranel marks strong fundraising numbers with 85% of contribution coming from Montanans

Monica Tranel Announces $175k Raised in 24 Hours

Missoula, MT — Two-time Olympian Monica Tranel is running for Montana’s 1st congressional district to continue her 25-year career fighting for Montana’s working families, ranchers, and small businesses. After dramatically overperforming the 2020 presidential ticket in this district and running one of the most competitive races in the country, Tranel has proven she has what it takes to win. Tranel launches her campaign with endorsements from 21 Montana legislators."I got in this race to represent working Montanans against giant corporations that are making record profits, and shifting costs to everyday Montanans and small businesses," Tranel said. "Our property taxes are rising and we're paying record-high electricity bills, but corporations are skating by. Ryan Zinke has done nothing to keep money in Montanans’ pockets - by working for corporate interests, he’s part of the problem. Zinke took half a million dollars from big oil, and voted to increase their profits while raising our gas prices. He promised $2 gas, but his votes made that impossible. It's time to elect someone to Congress who's going to prioritize people who actually live and work in Montana."Tranel has kept $10 million in Montanas’ pockets, worked for Montana’s ranchers who are being squeezed out by giant corporations buying up and closing off the west, and ensured small businesses got paid for their work when New York hedge funds tried to rip them off.&nbsp;Growing up in eastern Montana, Tranel carries a deep ethic of fairness and accountability. In Congress, she will continue her work holding corporations accountable to the people they profit from. Tranel stands in stark contrast to Ryan Zinke, who has used his time in Congress to protect his corporate donors and cut taxes for the rich, while shifting costs to everyday Montanans.&nbsp;Tranel enters the race with endorsements from 21 Montana legislators, including Senate Minority Leader Pat Flowers, Senator Shannon O’Brien, and Representative Jonathan Karlen, showing incredible enthusiasm for her candidacy.“Monica Tranel is a fighter. She’s shown she can take on big corporations —&nbsp;and win,” said Senator Shannon O’Brien. “She’s the best candidate to beat Ryan Zinke and in Congress, she’ll fight for Montana’s working families, ranchers, and small businesses.”Tranel’s full list of Montana legislators endorsing her candidacy includes:<ul><li>Representative Dave Fern (HD 5)</li><li>Representative Frank Smith (HD 31)</li><li>Representative Emma Kerr-Carpenter (HD 49)</li><li>Representative Ed Stafman (HD 62)</li><li>Representative Eric Matthews (HD 66)</li><li>Representative Jennifer Lynch (HD 73)</li><li>Representative Jill Cohenour (HD 84)</li><li>Representative Katie Sullivan (HD 89)</li><li>Representative Marilyn Marler (HD 90)</li><li>Representative Connie Keogh (HD 91)</li><li>Representative Tom France (HD 94)</li><li>Representative Jonathan Karlen (HD 96)</li><li>Representative Bob Carter (HD 98)</li><li>Representative Mark Thane (HD 99)</li><li>Senator Susan Webber (SD 8)</li><li>Senator Mike Fox (SD 16)</li><li>Senate Minority Leader Pat Flowers (SD 32)</li><li>Senator Ryan Lynch (SD 37)</li><li>Senator Edie McClafferty (SD 38)</li><li>Senator Mary Ann Dunwell (SD 42)</li><li>Senator Shannon O’Brien (SD 46)</li></ul>###Tranel was raised on a ranch in eastern Montana, went on to become a world champion rower and two-time Olympian, and has spent her 25-year career fighting for Montana’s working families, ranchers, and small businesses.

Campaign launches with endorsements from 21 Montana legislators.

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Monica Tranel Visits Lake & Glacier Counties, Hosts Native Women’s Forums

Monica Tranel Visits Flathead County & Hosts Affordable Housing Roundtable

Day 6: Monica Tranel Files Motion for Reconsideration on NorthWestern’s Rate Increase

Day 3: Ryan Zinke Remains Silent On NorthWestern’s Rate Increase and Has Not Returned PAC Money

Day 1: Ryan Zinke Remains Silent On NorthWestern’s Rate Increase and Has Not Returned PAC Money

Monica Tranel Opposes NorthWestern Energy’s Rate Increase and Calls on Zinke to Return PAC Money

Monica Tranel Visits Lincoln & Sanders Counties On “I’m Listening, Montana” Tour

MT Standard Op-Ed: "Montana's $100 million rate heist"

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the NewDem Action Fund

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from Reproductive Freedom for All

Monica Tranel Stops in Missoula County on “I’m Listening, Montana” Tour

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from Square One

Monica Tranel Stops in Madison & Gallatin Counties During First Week of “I’m Listening, Montana”

Monica Tranel Announces District-Wide “I’m Listening, Montana” Tour

Monica Tranel Announces Raising Over $730K In Q3

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the LCV Action Fund

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from EMILYs List

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the Voter Protection Protect

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the Montana Federation of Public Employees

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from Elect Democratic Women

Monica Tranel Showcases Formidable Campaign Force in Congressional Rematch Against Ryan Zinke

Monica Tranel Announces Endorsements from 29 Western Montana Leaders

Monica Tranel Announces Endorsement from
Former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer

Monica Tranel Announces $175k Raised in 24 Hours

Monica Tranel Announces Congressional Rematch Against Ryan Zinke

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news & pressLatest Campaign Updates

Monica Tranel Visits Lake & Glacier Counties, Hosts Native Women’s Forums

Monica Tranel Visits Flathead County & Hosts Affordable Housing Roundtable

Day 6: Monica Tranel Files Motion for Reconsideration on NorthWestern’s Rate Increase

Day 3: Ryan Zinke Remains Silent On NorthWestern’s Rate Increase and Has Not Returned PAC Money

Day 1: Ryan Zinke Remains Silent On NorthWestern’s Rate Increase and Has Not Returned PAC Money

Monica Tranel Opposes NorthWestern Energy’s Rate Increase and Calls on Zinke to Return PAC Money

Monica Tranel Visits Lincoln & Sanders Counties On “I’m Listening, Montana” Tour

MT Standard Op-Ed: "Montana's $100 million rate heist"

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the NewDem Action Fund

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from Reproductive Freedom for All

Monica Tranel Stops in Missoula County on “I’m Listening, Montana” Tour

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from Square One

Monica Tranel Stops in Madison & Gallatin Counties During First Week of “I’m Listening, Montana”

Monica Tranel Announces District-Wide “I’m Listening, Montana” Tour

Monica Tranel Announces Raising Over $730K In Q3

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the LCV Action Fund

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from EMILYs List

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the Voter Protection Protect

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from the Montana Federation of Public Employees

Monica Tranel Earns Endorsement from Elect Democratic Women

Monica Tranel Showcases Formidable Campaign Force in Congressional Rematch Against Ryan Zinke

Monica Tranel Announces Endorsements from 29 Western Montana Leaders

Monica Tranel Announces Endorsement from Former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer

Monica Tranel Announces $175k Raised in 24 Hours

Monica Tranel Announces Congressional Rematch Against Ryan Zinke

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Latest Campaign Updates

Monica Tranel Announces Endorsement from
Former Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer