Elise Stefanik is an American politician who was the youngest woman elected to Congress in 2014. Stefanik was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives at the age of 30.
She serves as the U.S. representative for New York’s 21st congressional district. Elise Stefanik is representing her hometown, since she was born in Albany, New York.
Stefanik graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in government from Harvard, after which she joined the George W. Bush administration to serve as a staff member for the U.S. Domestic Policy Council. She has been active in US politics, building a career for herself. But who is she married to? What do we know about her husband?
Who is Elise Stefanik’s Husband?
Elise Stefanik is married to Matthew Manda, a communications professional. The couple got married in 2017 in Saratoga Springs, New York.
How did they meet?
According to their wedding announcement in the New York Times, Elise Stefanik and Matthew Manda both lived in Washington, D.C., and met each other in 2012 when mutual friends brought Manda to a party hosted by Stefanik.
At the time, Manda served as a communications director for Republican Rep. Kevin Yoder of Kansas. After they met at the party, they began dating shortly after.
Stefanik went on to explain to the Chronicle the details of how Manda proposed. The story is such a heartwarming one, if you ask me.
According to Stefanik, the proposal happened on a trip to Lake Placid in August 2016. The couple, who were dating at the time, were having a drink when Manda got down on one knee and surprised everyone.
More about Matthew Manda
According to Manda’s LinkedIn profile, he has been working in communications, marketing, and media since 2008. The last known work information we have about him is from their wedding announcement, which said he worked as the marketing and communications director for Media Group of America in Arlington, Virginia.
Matthew Manda Age
Matthew Manda was born on December 22, 1982, in Lawrence, Kanas, United States. This makes him 42 years old at the time of writing the article.
His father is Dr. Edward Manda, and his mother is Katherine Manda. He grew up in Kansas with his parents and brother, Jake Manda.
Matthew Manda Height
Matthew Manda has a height of 5 feet, 7 inches. This is approximately 1.70 meters tall.
Children
In 2021, Stefanik and Manda had their first child in Upstate New York. He was named Samuel (’Sam’) Albritton Manda and was born at Saratoga Hospital, according to Stefanik’s announcement on Twitter.
FAQs
Is Elise Stefanik still married?
Yes, Elise Stefanik is still married to Matthew Manda. The couple has been married since 2017 after meeting each other in 2012.
What does Elise Stefanik’s husband do for a living?
Elise Stefanik’s husband, Matthew Manda, works in marketing and communications. Manda worked as the manager of public affairs for the National Shooting Sports Foundation as of 2022.
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