Washington
(Dec 17)

Speaker-designate John Boehner (R-OH) today appointed Republican members to the House Intelligence Committee, joining Rep. Mike Rogers (R-MI), who Boehner previously announced would serve as chairman.  He issued the following statement:
“The members of the House Intelligence Committee are charged with one of the most significant responsibilities of Congress – keeping the American people safe by ensuring our nation’s intelligence community has the resources and authorities it needs to succeed and conducting effective oversight of the Administration. Republicans have made a Pledge to America to keep our nation secure at home and abroad, and I am confident that the experience and expertise that all of our Members bring to their posts will enhance the effectiveness of the Committee. I look forward to working with them.”
NOTE: Following are the returning GOP members of the House Intelligence Committee in the 112th Congress:

Rep. Mike Rogers (R-MI), Chairman
Rep. Mac Thornberry (R-TX)
Rep. Sue Myrick (R-NC)
Rep. Jeff Miller (R-FL)
Rep. Mike Conaway (R-TX)
Rep. Peter King (R-NY)

New GOP members of the House Intelligence Committee include:

Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-MN)
Rep. Joe Heck (R-NV)
Rep. Frank LoBiondo (R-NJ)
Rep. Devin Nunes (R-CA)
Rep. Tom Rooney (R-FL)
Rep. Lynn Westmoreland (R-GA)

 

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