House Rules Committee Chairman Tom Cole is emerging as the frontrunner to replace Granger as the top Republican on the House Appropriations Committee, with no other candidates in the race. Cole, who describes himself as a 'budget hawk', has officially declared his candidacy for the position, emphasizing his commitment to 'not wasting and abusing' taxpayer dollars and his belief in his suitability for the role. His candidacy has garnered widespread support within the party, with endorsements from figures such as Kevin Hern, chairman of the Republican Study Committee, and several other members of Congress who have praised his knowledge of the spending process, his 'unparalleled commitment to protecting tax dollars', and his conservative credentials. The shift in Cole's position comes at a time when the House Rules Committee's activity has been reduced due to the Republican majority's strategy to 'suspend the rules' to pass legislation, highlighting the significance of the Appropriations Committee in the current political landscape.
I proudly support @TomColeOK04 who undoubtedly stands as the most effective and prepared person to chair the House Appropriations Committee. https://t.co/nLhsrmnceK
Kevin Hern, chairman of the Republican Study Committee, endorses Tom Cole for approps chair >> https://t.co/loErbQnyRb
Support pouring in for Cole to succeed Granger on Approps. https://t.co/4sLSaMryTc
I strongly support my dear friend, and fellow Oklahoman @TomColeOK04 as the next chair of @HouseAppropsGOP. He’s a remarkable leader in our conference, and I look forward to working with him as we fight to rein in out-of-control spending in Congress. https://t.co/C2R9TXuq3r
Appropriations used to be an A Committee and now… https://t.co/b3RCe4Stvi
House Rules Committee Chairman Cole tells Fox he is angling to succeed Granger as Appropriations Committee Chair. No one else is in the race
I've spoken to a number of members of the House GOP Steering Committee. To a person, they've said they think Tom Cole will be the next chair of the Appropriations Committee.
I support @TomColeOK04 as our next chair of @HouseAppropsGOP. His knowledge of our spending process is unparalleled as is his commitment to protecting tax dollars. He will help each of us deliver conservative wins & ensure we cut as much as possible in divided government. https://t.co/VKV1G3V0yB
This would make for quite a move. Cole, who currently chairs the Rules Committee. Now that Rs slim majority has forced leaders to “suspend the rules” — established by Rules — to pass legislation, the committee is meeting significantly less https://t.co/QFWlWBQBcH
💯 percent. @TomColeOK04 will make an excellent Chairman of a very important committee, Appropriations. https://t.co/UzOzEqzb8E
This is an easy choice for House Republicans. Tom Cole is conservative and liked by everyone. https://t.co/h9cHWsh1jk
I am seeking the position of Chairman of the Appropriations Committee. I am a budget hawk, and, as Chairman, I will ensure that we are not wasting and abusing. I believe I am the right person to lead the Appropriations Committee. https://t.co/85vIjPSNzE
Multiple sources tell me House Rules Committee Chairman Tom Cole is the frontrunner to replace Granger as the top R on the House Appropriations Committee.