Brian Mast Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Parents, Military Service, Office

Brian Jeffrey Mast also known as Brian Mast is an American politician and U.S. Army veteran who has served as the U.S. Representative for Florida’s 21st Congressional District since 2017.

A Republican, he is known for his military service, during which he lost both legs in Afghanistan, and his advocacy for veterans’ affairs, national security, and environmental issues in Congress.

He currently serves as Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.

Profile

• Full Name: Brian Jeffrey Mast
• Stage Name: Brian Mast
• Born: July 10, 1980
• Age: 45 years old
• Birthplace: Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Politician, Former Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
• Height: Unknown
• Parent: James Mast (father), Tixomena Trujillo (mother)
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Brianna Watkins (m. 2007)
• Children: Magnum, Maverick, Madalyn, Major
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $500,000 to $2,000,000

Early Life and Education

Brian Jeffrey Mast was born on July 10, 1980, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to James Mast and Tixomena Trujillo.

His maternal grandparents were immigrants from Mexico, contributing to his Mexican-American heritage.

His religious beliefs are not publicly emphasized.

Raised in a working-class family, Brian graduated from South Christian High School in Grand Rapids in 1999.

He attended Palm Beach Atlantic University in Florida from 2000 to 2002 and American Military University in West Virginia from 2008 to 2010, but did not complete degrees there.

In 2016, he earned a Bachelor of Liberal Arts (A.L.B.) from Harvard University Extension School, concentrating in economics with minors in government and environmental studies.

Career

Mast served in the U.S. Army from 2000 to 2011, reaching the rank of Staff Sergeant in the 28th Ordnance Company under Joint Special Operations Command.

As an explosive ordnance disposal technician, he was deployed to Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom.

In 2010, he stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED), resulting in the amputation of both legs and his left index finger.

After recovering at Walter Reed Medical Center, he remained on active duty, providing expertise to the National Nuclear Security Administration and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.

Post-retirement, he worked as an explosive specialist for the Department of Homeland Security from 2012 to 2015 and volunteered with the Israel Defense Forces to support Israel’s freedom.

Elected to Congress in 2016 for Florida’s 18th District (redistricted to the 21st in 2023), Mast serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee (Chairman since 2025) and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, focusing on veterans’ affairs, national security, and Lake Okeechobee water quality.

Awards and Nominations

Military Awards:

• Bronze Star Medal
• Purple Heart Medal
• Army Commendation Medal for Valor
• Defense Meritorious Service Medal

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @repbrianmast
• Facebook handle: Rep. Brian Mast
• Twitter handle: @RepBrianMast
• YouTube Channel: Congressman Brian Mast
• TikTok Handle: @repbrianmast

Personal Life

Brian Mast, 45, resides in Fort Pierce, Florida, with his wife, Brianna Watkins, whom he married in January 2007, and their four children: sons Magnum, Maverick, and Major, and daughter Madalyn.

His height is not documented, likely due to his double amputation.

A Cancer, he is described as resilient and service-oriented, shaped by his military experience and his father’s advice to make his greatest contributions post-injury.

Net Worth

Brian Mast’s estimated net worth ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000.

His income includes his congressional salary (approximately $174,000 annually), military pension, and potential earnings from investments or speaking engagements.

His net worth is modest compared to other politicians, reflecting his focus on public service over personal gain.