Leonid Danylovych Shevchenko (Born June 11, 2017) is a Ukrainian-born American junior politician who is the governor-elect of Montana. He is the fraternal twin brother of Viktor Shevchenko, the outgoing attorney general of Montana.
Early Childhood
Leonid and Viktor were born on June 11, 2017, in Ukraine. In 2021, the Shevchenko twins would immigrate to Joe’s America, eventually settling in the state of Montana.
Governor of Montana (2025-Present)
Leonid was elected governor in the 2024 Montana Gubernatorial Election. He defeated the incumbent Michael McGrath, who was trying to get a second term in office.
Leonid is expected to take office as the 3rd governor of Montana on January 1, 2025, succeeding Michael as governor.
Personal Life
Leonid and his brother Viktor currently live in Joetown, Montana. They both have autism.