James C. Justice
James Conley Justice II is an American politician and businessman serving since 2025 as the junior United States senator from West Virginia. A member of the Republican Party, he served from 2017 to 2025 as the 36th governor of West Virginia. Justice was once a billionaire, but his net worth was estimated at $664.2 million in 2025, making him the richest U.S. senator as of that year. He inherited a coal mining business from his father that included 94 companies. He and his family own the Greenbrier, a luxury resort and National Historic Landmark in White Sulphur Springs.
Background
Born
1951-04-27, Charleston
Spouse
Cathy Justice
Education
University of Tennessee, Marshall University, Woodrow Wilson High School, Greenbrier Military School
Prior Occupations
politician, businessperson
Positions Held
Governor of West Virginia, United States senator
Details
Country
United States
Chamber
Senate
Party
Republican
State
West Virginia
Status
Current member
Elected
2025
Sponsored
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