Nicholas Joseph Begich III is a Republican politician and businessman from Alaska who has served as the U.S. Representative for Alaska’s at-large congressional district since January 2025. Coming from a prominent political family, he previously ran for Congress in 2022 and 2024 before winning the seat. In his first year in Congress, Begich quickly passed bipartisan legislation benefiting Alaska Native communities and secured a provision to raise the state’s share of federal oil leasing revenues. He holds an MBA and has held vice chair roles on key House subcommittees. Begich is recognized for his focus on Alaska’s economic development and Native affairs.

Quick Facts:

Current Role: U.S. Representative for Alaska’s at-large congressional district

Previous roles: Businessman; Congressional candidate (2022, 2024)

Education: Bachelor of Business Administration, Baylor University; MBA, Indiana University Bloomington

Background: Born in Anchorage, Alaska (1977); grandson of former U.S. Rep. Nick Begich Sr.; son of author Nick Begich Jr.; part of a politically active family

Career: Elected to U.S. House in 2024; passed legislation benefiting Alaska Natives and enhancing state oil revenue; vice chair on multiple House subcommittees

Political positions: Republican; supports resource development, Alaska Native issues, and bipartisan cooperation

Legislative achievements: Passed bills restoring land rights to Alaska Native corporations, easing federal aid eligibility for disabled Alaska Natives, and increasing Alaska’s oil revenue share

Controversies: No significant controversies reported