Trenin Bayless

Researcher in Butte, MT

Trenin Bayless is a candidate for State Representative District 74 in Montana State House District 74, Montana — 2026 Primary Election.

Also running: Marc J Lee.

Trenin Bayless, 34, is a Republican candidate for the Montana House of Representatives, District 74, currently seeking election in the 2026 primary. A researcher holding a PhD at Montana Technical University in Butte, Bayless possesses an extensive background in various academic disciplines and state agencies. He identifies housing as the most pressing issue for Montanans, advocating for the rebuilding of industries that provide well-paid jobs rather than over-reliance on underpaid state or university positions. Bayless previously ran for the same seat in 2024, winning the Republican primary but losing the general election. He has faced public accusations from the Montana Human Rights Network, which identifies him as a white supremacist and neo-Nazi espousing views for the extermination of Jews and LGBTQ+ individuals; Montana Tech reappointed him to his position despite these concerns.