About James Evans
Born 1962. James Evans is an American politician and businessperson.
James Evans is an American political executive and businessman who served as Chair of the Utah Republican Party from 2013 to 2017, the first African-American to serve in the role. Evans previously served as the first African-American Utah State Senator.
Career Evans served in the United States Air Force, reaching the rank of captain. He owned a payday lending franchise called Chekline.
After serving as Chair of the Utah Republican Party for four years, Evans was defeated for re-appointment and succeeded by Rob Anderson. Evans had faced mounting pressure to resign amid a lawsuit against his business and growing financial debts.
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Who is James Evans?
American politician
When was James Evans born?
James Evans was born in 1962 in Orangeburg.
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James Evans is a politician and businessperson.
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James Evans is American.
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· DBpedia: James Evans (Utah politician)
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