AJ Gubash and a group of people gathered outdoors holding campaign signs that say "AJ GUBASH for State House," with some standing on the back of a truck and others on the ground, in a park-like area with trees and blue sky.
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Rooted in Inver Grove Heights

Born on October 24, 1995, Andrew “AJ” Gubash was raised in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, and is proud to call it home. After serving overseas, he returned home and purchased a house in Inver Grove Heights, where he plans to build his future and continue serving the community that raised him.

AJ was raised in a family that valued service, responsibility, and community. His father served as a police officer in West St. Paul for nearly three decades, helping shape AJ’s respect for law enforcement, public safety, and accountability.

From a young age, AJ developed a strong interest in government, history, and public policy, values that would later shape both his education and his commitment to public service.

AJ Gubash in a black suit and red tie standing at a podium with a blue background that has 'The Heritage Foundation' logo. There is a sign on the podium that says 'heritage org' and a blue cup.

Service and Experience

After high school, AJ enlisted in the United States Army and served four years as an infantryman.

Following his military service, he deployed to Afghanistan twice as a private military contractor, working alongside U.S. and allied forces. Those experiences gave him firsthand exposure to security, leadership, accountability, and the importance of stability in uncertain environments.

AJ has remained connected to the veteran community through the Minnesota Warriors hockey program, where he continues to value teamwork, discipline, and camaraderie beyond military service.

AJ Gubash in tactical military gear, including a bulletproof vest with magazines and a patch resembling the American flag, stands outdoors at night with a slight smile.

Education and Professional Background

After returning home, AJ began his higher education at Inver Hills Community College, earning an associate’s degree in criminal justice before continuing his studies at Hamline University, where he graduated with honors in law and political analysis.

While attending college, AJ worked for Wipaire in Inver Grove Heights for two years, gaining firsthand experience in the local business community and seeing the challenges facing both employers and working families.

AJ also worked in Washington, D.C. at The Heritage Foundation, where he gained exposure to the legislative process and saw firsthand how decisions made at the highest levels of government affect communities back home in Minnesota.

While in Washington, AJ had the opportunity to observe congressional oversight proceedings involving Minnesota leadership. That experience reinforced his belief that government must remain accountable to the people it serves and strengthened his desire to become involved in Minnesota politics here at home.

A man with a mustache and brown hair wearing a beige blazer and black shirt standing in the foreground of a large formal room with a legislative or parliamentary setting, filled with people seated at desks with computers and microphones, a large portrait on the wall, and a person standing at a podium in the background.

AJ is running for State House to bring accountability, common sense, and conservative leadership to St. Paul. He believes government should be limited, accountable, and focused on its fundamental responsibilities while protecting individual liberty and allowing Minnesotans to keep more of what they earn.

Outside of politics and public service, AJ enjoys Minnesota’s outdoors, spending time on the lakes with his dog Lacy, playing hockey, golfing, hunting, and trap shooting with his father.

AJ’s approach is simple: listen to the community, remain accountable to the people, and stand firmly for the principles he was elected to defend.

A Focus on Practical Conservative Leadership

EXPLORE THE ISSUES
AJ Gubash wearing sunglasses and a blue suit riding a brown horse while holding a flag with the Minnesota state seal in an outdoor park area.
AJ Gubash standing in front of a large Minnesota statue with a plaque on it. The man is wearing a brown vest, dark blue hoodie, khaki pants, and black shoes. The background shows a cloudy sky, picnic tables, and a flag pole in a park setting.
AJ Gubash and a group of people standing together outdoors under a tent, many wearing white t-shirts with 'AJ GUBASH STATE HOUSE' printed on them, posing for a photo at a public event.

The Free Society Seminar

Slovakia, August 2026

In August 2026, I traveled to Slovakia to participate in the Free Society Seminar alongside a group of intellectuals, scholars, and professionals from around the world. Together, we studied and discussed the philosophical foundations of a free society, the social contract between government and the governed, and the principles that sustain individual liberty.

Our discussions explored the works and ideas of some of history's greatest philosophical minds, examining the nature of freedom, the proper role of government, and the relationship between faith and reason.

One of the most rewarding aspects of the experience was engaging with people from different countries, cultures, and intellectual traditions, each bringing unique perspectives to questions that have shaped human civilization for centuries.

The seminar deepened my appreciation for the philosophical foundations of liberty and reinforced my belief that a free society depends not only on its institutions and laws, but also on the principles and responsibilities of the people who sustain it.

AJ Gubash with fellow participants at the Free Society Seminar in Slovakia, August 2026, posing for a group photograph outside a historic building.
Interior of a historic church visited during the 2026 Slovakia trip, featuring an ornate altar, stained-glass windows, and a speaker at the lectern.
AJ Gubash overlooking a scenic river and countryside during his August 2026 visit to Slovakia.
AJ Gubash and a fellow traveler posing beside a bronze street sculpture during their August 2026 travels in Central Europe.
Historic chapel and roadside cross silhouetted against a colorful sunset sky during an August 2026 visit to Slovakia.

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AJ Gubash | Minneapolis Times

2026 Election: West St. Paul Reader - AJ Gubash

2026 Election: East Metro Voter Guide - AJ Gubash

Meet the Candidates 2026 | Speech - AJ Gubash for State House

AJ Gubash - Ballotpedia

AJ Gubash standing with Kristen Robbins at an event in Minnesota.
AJ Gubash wearing U.S. Army combat gear and sunglasses in a desert landscape with mountains in the background.
AJ Gubash standing with Michele Tafoya at an indoor event, both smiling for a photograph.