At least four Democrats and six Republicans are hoping to replace Montana’s Rep. Ryan Zinke when he leaves Congress to join the Trump administration. But so far, only Mark Wicks of Inverness is seeking the Libertarian Party’s nomination.
Wicks, 46, was educated in aviation mechanics in Bozeman, but instead of fixing airplanes he became the third generation to run cattle on his family’s ranch. He also travels eastern Montana selling fresh produce and has authored one book, “Wrath of the Dodo,” that portrays post-apocalyptic life in Montana.