House Freedom Caucus Elects New Chairman, Appoints Board Positions
December 5, 2016
Washington, D.C.— The House Freedom Caucus held its Officer elections on Monday night. The group elected Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC) by acclamation to replace outgoing two-term Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH). Jim Jordan will serve as Chairman Emeritus and Coalitions Coordinator and Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) will serve as Whip.
Mission statement of the House Freedom Caucus:
"The House Freedom Caucus gives a voice to countless Americans who feel that Washington does not represent them. We support open, accountable and limited government, the Constitution and the rule of law, and policies that promote the liberty, safety, and prosperity of all Americans."
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