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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><img src="https://run.imgix.net/c3e14104-273d-4723-a9f8-ce90528951b5/1b9c7a0d-9d7c-4f8d-b5dd-fc4d308dfe77/1b9c7a0d-9d7c-4f8d-b5dd-fc4d308dfe77.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%2C243%2C325&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="30" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">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 — 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>.

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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.

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