Ed Byrne

Ed Byrne is an American politician currently serving as a member of the Montana House of Representatives for the 11th district. Elected in 2024 after defeating his Democratic opponent with 76% of the vote, he represents an area east of Kalispell. Prior to his entry into politics, Byrne had a distinguished career as a colonel in the United States Army. He holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Montana and earned multiple graduate degrees, including a Master of Public Administration from George Mason University, a Master of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University, and a Master of Strategic Studies from the US Army War College.