House Republicans have elected Rep. Tom Cole (R-Okla.) as the new head of the powerful House Appropriations Committee, replacing Rep. Kay Granger. The decision was made after Rep. Robert Aderholt opted not to challenge Cole, making him the sole candidate. This move was ratified by the full House Republican Conference, with Cole expressing honor and excitement to take on the role. Known as a prominent negotiator and a traditional defense hawk, especially in support of Ukraine aid, Cole's leadership is anticipated to strongly influence the committee's direction. The transition also opens a spot at the top of the House Rules Committee, with Speaker Mike Johnson recommending Rep. Michael Burgess for the position and Rep. Austin Scott securing the open Rules Committee seat. Cole thanked the Republican Steering Committee, Speaker Johnson, and the Republican leadership for their support, committing to advance the Republican agenda.
Republicans have selected a traditional defense hawk and Ukraine aid proponent as the new House appropriations chairman. https://t.co/xjF2ekDk2C
Republicans have elected Rep. Tom Cole (R-Okla.), a prominent negotiator, as the new head of the powerful House Appropriations Committee. https://t.co/iKRDl1OSPq
I am proud to announce that I was ratified by the full House Republican Conference this morning as the new Chairman of @HouseAppropsGOP. I am excited to hit the ground running and get to work for this great nation.
Wishing the wise and results-driven @TomColeOK04 much success leading the Appropriations Committee. Still, federal budget dysfunction comes from subpar institutions that keep members of Congress from reaching their potential to solve problems. I hope he'll address them too.
Know other House Rs were also eying a seat on this panel. Told RSC Chair Kevin Hern had also expressed interest in the open rules position, per source with knowledge tells me https://t.co/dNfJHFzd1u
Rep. Austin Scott lands the open Rules Committee seat, im told
The House Republican Conference ratified Michael Burgess as chair of rules and Tom Cole as chair of approps. Not a surprise. But it’s officially official.
Rep. Tom Cole tapped to serve as House Appropriations Committee chair https://t.co/uWKzdYiPkg
Rep. Tom Cole has been tapped to serve as House Appropriation Committee chair, replacing Rep Kay Granger. The move leads to an open spot at the top of the House Rules Committee, which Speaker Mike Johnson will be tasked with selecting a replacement. https://t.co/X3aqD0UDvE
If you looked up in a dictionary the definition of a serious legislator, you would see Tom Cole’s picture. I am honored to serve under newly elected House Appropriations Committee Chairman Cole. He will lead our conference with poise and success. Congratulations, Mr. Chairman. https://t.co/5aeDlY0DhN
I am honored to be chosen by the Republican Steering Committee to be the next Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee. https://t.co/FTSaqAB4uO
Congratulations brother, you will make a fine Chairman of The Appropriations Committee. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/WMlv8z0WPM
Thank you @SpeakerJohnson for your recommendation on the position of Chairman for the Rules Committee. I appreciate the opportunity to lead my fellow members in examining legislation that will uphold the values of the American people. https://t.co/nc8IyhLoyI
Thank you to the Republican Steering Committee, Speaker Johnson, and Republican leadership for their support. I look forward to working with them to advance the Republican agenda. https://t.co/yaZIcHeH9k
The white smoke is rising. Congrats to Tom Cole, the new Chairman of the Appropriations Committee!
Tonight, the Steering Committee met and recommended Rep. Tom Cole to chair the Appropriations Committee, and I will be recommending Rep. Michael Burgess to chair the Rules Committee. I look forward to working with them to advance our agenda.
NEW: Rep. Robert Aderholt WILL NOT challenge Rep. Tom Cole for the House Appropriations chairmanship at tonight's Steering Committee meeting, leaving Cole as the sole candidate. More: https://t.co/GcPQGISW85
House Republicans are expected to move quickly this week to install a new head of the powerful House Appropriations Committee. The party looks to get a strong start crafting plans for how to fund the government next year. https://t.co/kcqvjNipP4
The musical chairs if Rep. Cole becomes chair of the Appropriations Committee: Under House Republican Conference Rules, - The Steering Committee nominates the Appropriations chair. If the Conference rejects Steering's nominee, Steering proposes again. No nominations "from the…