Jefferson Shreve

Jefferson Scott Shreve (born September 24, 1965) is an American politician who has served as the U.S. representative from Indiana's 6th congressional district since 2025.

[2][5][6] Shreve was appointed to the Indianapolis City Council in 2013 after incumbent Jeff Cardwell resigned to serve in Governor Mike Pence's administration.

Shreve ran for the Indiana Senate in the 36th district but lost the Republican primary to Jack Sandlin by 2.6%.

[12] During his mayoral campaign, Shreve called for banning assault weapon sales, repealing permitless carry in Indiana, and raising the legal age to purchase a gun from 18 to 21.

[17] He won the primary in May 2024, defeating a field of Republican candidates that included Mike Speedy, Jeff Raatz, Bill Frazier, and John Jacob.