Eric Cantor

Eric Cantor is an American politician and lawyer, born in 1963. He has had a notable career in public service, particularly in the U.S. House of Representatives, where he represented Virginia's 7th congressional district from 2001 to 2014. As a member of the Republican Party, Cantor held significant leadership positions during his tenure in Congress.

Cantor's leadership roles in the House of Representatives included serving as House minority whip from 2009 to 2011 and as House majority leader from 2011 to 2014. Prior to his resignation in 2014, he gained experience in various aspects of governance and policy-making. Although his primary field of expertise is noted as business, Cantor's professional background also encompasses law and politics, reflecting his diverse career pursuits.