History in my Lifetime – 1.4.99 Jesse “The Body” Ventura sworn in as governor

Former WWF professional wrestler Jesse “The Body” Ventura was sworn is as governor on this day back in 1999. Ventura ran as a candidate for the Reform Party and was elected 38th governor of Minnesota. He served from January 4, 1999, to January 6, 2003, without seeking a second term.