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What year did Ridge retire from public office?

  • 2001

  • 2003

  • 2005

  • 2007

Answer

In 2005, Tom Ridge ended his political career, retiring from his role as the United States Secretary of Homeland Security. He had served in this position since 2003, leading the newly created department in the wake of the 9/11 attacks. Ridge previously held the position of Governor of Pennsylvania, serving from 1995 to 2001.
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