Roger Williams (U.S. Politician)
John Roger Williams (born 1949) is an American politician who has been the U.S. Representative for Texas's 25th congressional district since 2013. Previously, he served under Governor Rick Perry as Secretary of State of Texas from November 2004 to July 1, 2007. On November 6, 2012, Williams, a Republican, won the seat for Texas's 25th congressional district against the Democrat Elaine Henderson. He handily won the House nomination in the July 31 runoff election.
Read more about Roger Williams (U.S. Politician): Early Life, Education, and Business Career, Early Political Activism (1994-2004), Perry Administration (2002-2007), State Victory Chairman (2007-2008), Personal Life
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