Andy Harris Elected Chairman of House Freedom Caucus, Replacing Bob Good

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Rep. Andy Harris (R-Md.) has been elected as the new chairman of the House Freedom Caucus, following the resignation of former chairman Bob Good (R-Va.), who stepped down after losing his primary election earlier this year. Good officially resigned from his position last week after a recount confirmed his defeat to primary challenger John McGuire in Virginia, in line with his previous commitment to resign if he lost the primary.

Harris's election took place during the House Freedom Caucus’s weekly meeting, according to anonymous sources. His primary opponent for the role, former House Freedom Caucus chairman Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.), withdrew from the race, allowing Harris to secure the position. Harris will serve as chairman through 2024, after which the caucus will hold elections for a new leader.

Harris, who has been serving in the House since 2011, also chairs a House Appropriations subcommittee. The House Freedom Caucus, established in 2015, is known for advocating more conservative positions and has often been vocal in pushing for its priorities within the Republican Party.

Harris will be responsible for leading the caucus as it navigates ongoing legislative challenges and engages in debates over key issues affecting the party and the nation.