In 1982, Syme served in the United States Army Reserve, until 2014. Syme has served two tours in Iraq. Syme retired from the military as a colonel. Syme also served as a consultant and advisor for the United States Army.[2]
In 1991, Syme became the owner of Syme Farm in Idaho (not to be confused with Syme Farms located in Weiser, Idaho). In 2008, Syme became the co-owner of Syme Real Estate in Caldwell, Idaho.[2]
On May 27, 2008, Syme sought for a seat in the United States Senate unsuccessfully in the Republican Primary Election. Syme was defeated by Jim Risch with 65.3% of the votes. Syme received 13.5% of the votes.[1][3]
On November 8, 2016, Syme won the election and became a Republican member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 11, seat A. Syme defeated Edward Savala with 80.4% of the votes.[4] On November 6, 2018, as an incumbent, Syme won the election unopposed and continued serving District 11, seat A.[2][5][6]
Personal life
Syme's wife is Patti Syme (who since June 2020 serves has Chair of Canyon County Republicans).[7] They have four children. Syme and his family live in Wilder, Idaho.[2][8]
