Jasmine Crockett among four Democrats to compete in Oversight Committee election after Connolly’s death

Published May 27, 2025 3:36pm ET



House Democrats set June 24 for a caucus election date to decide the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee’s next top spot after the death of Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA).

Possible contenders for the spot have held off on public comments out of respect for the late congressman but are expected to make more announcements after Connolly’s services concluded Tuesday, according to Politico. Four Democrats are eyeing the large job: Reps. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX), Stephen Lynch (D-MA), Robert Garcia (D-CA), and Kweisi Mfume (D-MD).

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