Curt Clawson (born March 14, 1967) is an American businessman and former politician who served as the Republican U.S. Representative for Florida's 19th congressional district from 2014 to 2017. He is a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Business School, a former United States Navy SEAL, and has held executive positions in the private sector, notably with AccuWeather.
Early life and education
Curt Clawson was born in New York City. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from Harvard College in 1989 and later received a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School in 1993.
Military service
Following his undergraduate education, Clawson joined the United States Navy, serving as a SEAL officer from 1990 to 1999. He attained the rank of lieutenant commander before separating from active duty.
Business career
After leaving the Navy, Clawson entered the private sector. He held senior leadership roles at AccuWeather, a privately owned weather forecasting and data services company, where he served as chief executive officer and later as a senior executive. He has also been involved in other business ventures and served on corporate boards.
Political career
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Election to Congress: In February 2014, Clawson won a special election to fill the vacancy in Florida's 19th congressional district created by the resignation of Representative Trey Radel. He subsequently won re‑election in the November 2014 general election.
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Congressional service: During his tenure in the 113th and 114th Congresses, Clawson served on the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Committee on Education and the Workforce. He was a member of the Republican Study Committee.
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Legislative focus: Clawson emphasized issues such as national security, fiscal conservatism, and support for small businesses. He co‑authored legislation related to government accountability and veterans' affairs.
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Retirement: In April 2016, Clawson announced that he would not seek re‑election for a second full term, citing a desire to return to the private sector. He left office on January 3, 2017, and was succeeded by Republican Byron Donalds.
Post‑Congressional activities
After leaving Congress, Clawson returned to business pursuits, including advisory and board roles with technology and data‑analytics firms. He has remained active in political commentary and Republican Party activities.
Personal life
Clawson is married and has children. He has been involved in community and veteran organizations in Florida.
This entry reflects information available from public records, congressional biographies, and reputable news sources as of June 2026.