Troy Downing, a GOP Senate candidate in Montana, has been building his campaign around his secretive past as a member of the U.S. Navy. Downing served as a Naval Officer for many years, during which time he was involved in several covert operations and conflict zones.
Downing considers his national security and foreign policy experience to be his main selling point, claiming that his military career has equipped him with the skills needed to effectively represent Montana in the Senate. He has frequently spoken about the importance of strong
