Eric Greitens

Eric Greitens is a politician and former Navy SEAL, born in 1974. He is affiliated with the Republican Party and has held public office, notably serving as the governor of Missouri. His tenure as the 56th governor of the state began in January 2017 and lasted until his resignation in June 2018. During his time in office, Greitens was the subject of multiple investigations related to his personal and professional conduct.

The investigations into Greitens' activities centered on allegations of improper behavior, including those related to an extramarital relationship and campaign finance practices. Although he faced accusations of blackmail, sexual assault, and other wrongdoing, all associated criminal charges were ultimately dropped. Despite this, the controversies surrounding him led to his resignation from the governorship. Prior to his career in politics, Greitens had a notable career as a United States Navy SEAL, and he has also been involved in humanitarian work.