Gary Leif


Gary Leif is an American politician and businessman serving as a Republican member of the Oregon House of Representatives. He represents the 2nd district.

Career

Leif owned a Roseburg photography studio, and formerly resided in Winston, Oregon. He was elected to the Douglas County Commission in 2016.
Following the resignation of Representative Dallas Heard to take a seat in the Oregon Senate, Leif was appointed to the House of Representatives on April 30, 2018, and sworn in on May 9, 2018. He had previously announced his bid for the seat in March 2018.

Political positions

Leif is pro-life. He opposes sanctuary cities and favors sending Oregon National Guard troops to the Mexico–United States border. Leif has advocated for Eastern Oregon to be incorporated as a part of Idaho.