Capitol’s new crop: Freedom Caucus attracts new blood as group looks to expand influence
By Cami Mondeaux
December 4, 2024 6:00 amThe House Freedom Caucus could attract a cohort of new lawmakers in the coming Congress, especially as the conservative group looks to increase its influence with the return of President-elect Donald Trump to the White House and a GOP trifecta in Congress.
At least 30 Republican freshmen will join the House next month, all with different goals and priorities. But for a few of the political newbies, joining the Freedom Caucus may be at the top of the list.
At least two members have been floated as possible recruits to the caucus, including Rep.-elects Brandon Gill (R-TX), who was endorsed by several caucus members and the House Freedom Fund, and Bob Onder (R-MO), who is a former member of the Missouri Freedom Caucus.
When asked by the Washington Examiner, Gill declined to say whether he was interested in joining the caucus, saying he would “take a look” if the group invited him.
However, Rep.-elect Mark Harris (R-NC) told the Washington Examiner he would be interested in joining the group, especially because of his stances on fiscal responsibility and addressing the national debt.
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https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/house/3248805/capitol-new-crop-freedom-caucus-attracts-new-blood/
