U.S. Senate confirms Gootkin as U.S. Marshal for Montana

By: Darrell Ehrlick

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: May 19, 2026

Words: 306

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the U.S. Marshal’s Service in Montana, Brian Gootkin, was confirmed by the United States Senate on Monday by a 46 to 43 vote, along with several dozen other nominees.

Gootkin is the former Director of the Montana Department of Corrections, appointed by Gov. Greg Gianforte, a Republican. Prior to joining the Gianforte administration, Gootkin served as the Gallatin County Sheriff.

During his tenure at the Montana Department of …

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