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2022
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Jordan Gray

Defense Fellow, Office of Representative Mike Rogers

Biography

Last updated: Feb 14, 2022

Jordan Gray is a Captain in the U.S. Army and combat veteran serving on Capitol Hill as a Defense Fellow in the Office of Congressman Mike Rogers (AL-3). Jordan began his career as an Infantryman in the Alabama National Guard before commissioning as an Ordnance Officer from the University of North Alabama. Throughout his 11 years of service, he has served in various positions at the tactical and operational levels. He has deployed twice to Iraq and Syria in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, where he supported the Special Operations Joint Task Force. He has held several positions throughout his service, including Platoon Leader, Executive Officer, Company Commander (EOD), Observer Coach Trainer (OC/T) at the National Training Center, and an EOD Captains Career Course Instructor. Jordan holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice and is currently a master’s student at The George Washington University studying Legislative Affairs. He has numerous awards and commendations and is an active member of the U.S. Army Ordnance Corps Association.

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