Career
Born in Forest Junction, Wisconsin, Brandt was a farmer in the town of Spruce, Wisconsin in Oconto County, Wisconsin. He served as chairman and treasurer of the Town of Spruce. He also served on the Oconto County Board of Supervisors.
In 1935, Brandt served in the Wisconsin State Assembly on the Wisconsin Progressive Party ticket.
Brandt died in Green Bay on February 19, 1954.