Republicans Vie for Leadership of Powerful House E&C Committee
Kat Cammack and Lauren Boebert Enter the Race
With the departure of Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.) to a different committee, Republicans are now vying for the chairmanship of the powerful House Energy and Commerce Committee.
Two of the leading contenders are Reps. Kat Cammack (R-Fla.) and Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.). Both are outspoken conservatives who have made their names by criticizing the Biden administration.
Cammack's Background and Qualifications
Cammack is a former television news anchor and public relations specialist. She was elected to the House in 2020 and quickly became a rising star in the Republican Party.
Cammack is a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Committee on Small Business. She is also a co-chair of the Republican Study Committee, a group of conservative lawmakers.
Boebert's Background and Qualifications
Boebert is a businesswoman and political activist. She was elected to the House in 2020 and has quickly become one of the most controversial members of Congress.
Boebert is a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Committee on Natural Resources. She is also a member of the Freedom Caucus, a group of conservative lawmakers.
Other Candidates in the Race
In addition to Cammack and Boebert, several other Republicans are also vying for the chairmanship of the House Energy and Commerce Committee.
- Rep. John Shimkus (R-Ill.)
- Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.)
- Rep. Michael Burgess (R-Texas)
Key Issues for the Committee
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has jurisdiction over a wide range of issues, including energy, telecommunications, and healthcare.
The committee is likely to play a major role in the debate over the Biden administration's climate change agenda. The committee will also have a say in the reauthorization of the Affordable Care Act.
Conclusion
The race for the chairmanship of the House Energy and Commerce Committee is likely to be a closely contested one. Cammack and Boebert are both strong candidates with a lot to offer the committee.
The outcome of the race will have a significant impact on the direction of the committee and the issues it considers.
