Congressman Steven Horsford Elected Chairman of Congressional Black Caucus

The Congressional Black Caucus announced its new leadership for the 118th Congress on Thursday.

Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.) was elected as its the new chairman.

Others elected to the Black Caucus Executive Committee were Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.) is first vice chair; Rep. Troy Carter (D-La.) is second vice chair; Rep. Lucy McBath (D-Ga.) is secretary; and Rep. Marilyn Strickland (D-Wash.) is the caucus’s new whip.

Horsford responded via Twitter on his new leadership position:

I am honored to serve as Chair of @TheBlackCaucus for the 118th Congress. Our work as the “conscience of the Congress” will be as important as ever, as we advocate for economic prosperity, voting rights and protecting our democracy. pic.twitter.com/21rHY4A7ym

— Rep. Steven Horsford (@RepHorsford) December 1, 2022

Rep. Lucy McBath endorses Joe Biden for president

Rep.Lucy McBath (GA 6th District) has endorsed Joe Biden for president. Read her statement below:

“As a two time breast cancer survivor and grieving mother who lost her child to gun violence, leadership is personal to me,” McBath said in a statement. “I know firsthand the painful experience when our laws fail to protect our families. I know how important it is that health insurance is accessible and affordable. And that is why I am endorsing Vice President Biden. He has a record of bringing people together and finding common-sense solutions, and I am proud to stand with him in this race.”