Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.), former Vice President Dick Cheney’s daughter, will serve on the House Armed Services Committee, its Chairman Mac Thornberry (R-Texas) announced Tuesday.
Other new GOP members include: Reps. Scott DesJarlais (Tenn.); Ralph Abraham (La.); Trent Kelly (Miss.); Mike Gallagher (Wis.); Matt Gaetz (Fla.); Don Bacon (Neb.); and Jim Banks (Ind.).
{mosads}”The Armed Services Committee has a unique and solemn role in Congress’ first responsibility, which is defending the country. I am grateful that these Members are willing to dedicate their talents to rebuilding and reforming America’s Military,” Thornberry said in a statement.