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House Democrats Set June 24 Vote in Four-Way Contest for Oversight Ranking Member

Whoever prevails will lead Democratic investigations, serving as the primary critic of the administration in the minority.

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Maryland 7th District Rep. Kweisi Mfume, center, makes welcoming remarks with Rep. James Clyburn, left, and Rep. Ted Lieu, right, vice chair of House Democratic Caucus, at the news conference before the official opening of the House Democrats 2023 Issues Conference at the Hyatt Baltimore Inner Harbor.
Rep. Robert Garcia at the U.S. Capitol on March 11. Photo: Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images.
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Overview

  • June 24 election via secret ballot among House Democrats will fill the vacancy left by Rep. Gerry Connolly’s death.
  • Four candidates—Reps. Jasmine Crockett, Robert Garcia, Stephen Lynch and Kweisi Mfume—are actively courting colleagues ahead of the caucus vote.
  • The contest underscores a generational split, with two lawmakers in their 40s challenging two seasoned members in their 70s.
  • As ranking member, the winner gains the minority’s official platform for probing executive-branch actions and spotlighting administration activities.
  • Victory in this race positions the new ranking member for a possible committee chairmanship if Democrats reclaim the House in 2026.