Feb 4, 2025 | Press Releases

For Immediate Release

February 4, 2025

Contact: Taylor Haulsee

The Select Committee will continue under the leadership of Chairman John Moolenaar

WASHINGTON — Speaker Johnson announced the House Select Committee of Strategic Competition Between the United States and Chinese Communist Party will continue for the duration of the 119th Congress and continue to be led by Chairman John Moolenaar (MI-02). Speaker Johnson and Chairman Moolenaar released the following statements:

Speaker Johnson Statement:

“The crucial, ongoing work of the China Select Committee has been well-served by Chairman Moolenaar’s guidance and leadership. Through his principled service in Congress, John has earned the respect of our House colleagues on both sides of the aisle, and we are pleased to announce that the committee will continue under his leadership during the critical 119th Congress.”

Chairman Moolenaar Statement:

“The Chinese Communist Party represents the most significant national and economic security threat of our time, and I am proud to continue leading the Select Committee as we build on the essential bipartisan work of the 118th Congress. With the appointment of this exceptional group of members, we are strengthening our efforts to combat the CCP’s growing influence around the world and protect our freedom and way of life. I am grateful to Speaker Johnson for his support and partnership, and I am confident that, together, we will advance policies that keep the United States strong and secure as we confront China’s increasing challenges to our national security.”

Background:

The House Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party is responsible for assessing the threats to the economy and national security posed by the government of China and proposing plans to ensure a strong American future. Representative Moolenaar assumed the role of Chairman during the 118th Congress following the departure of Representative Mike Gallagher from Congress, and the committee will continue under Chairman Moolenaar for the 119th Congress.

Members of the Select Committee for the 119th Congress:

Rep. John Moolenaar (MI-02), Chairman
Rep. Rob Wittman (VA-01)
Rep. Andy Barr (KY-06)
Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) 
Rep. Darin LaHood (IL-16) 
Rep. Neal Dunn (FL-02) 
Rep. Dusty Johnson (SD-At large) 
Rep. Ashley Hinson (IA-02) 
Rep. Carlos Giménez (FL-28) 
Rep. Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) 
Rep. Young Kim (CA-40) 
Rep. Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) 
Rep. Zach Nunn (IA-03) 

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