AOC Appointed to House Energy and Commerce Committee
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and six other Democrats welcomed to the committee

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and six other Democrats welcomed to the committee
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2025 – One of the most progressive House lawmakers will now have more say over telecommunications issues.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y, has been appointed to the House Energy & Commerce Committee for the 119th Congress by Committee Ranking Member Rep. Frank Pallone, Jr., D-N.J.
It was unclear from the committee’s website whether AOC will join the Communications and Technology Subcommittee.
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