Republican Rep. Jim Banks (IN) introduced Wednesday morning after the midterm elections that he’s “working to be the bulk whip” within the U.S. Home of Representatives, beginning the post-election management race.
“I’m working to be the bulk whip for our whole convention. I’m asking on your assist as a result of I need to hear and to be your voice. That’s my aim for the 118th Congress,” Banks wrote in a letter to his colleagues the day after the midterm elections, as many races are nonetheless left uncalled throughout the nation.
“It’s clear Home Republicans are going to take again the Home subsequent Congress. Now we should champion our agenda and put together to manipulate as a majority,” Banks added earlier than explaining why he would assist the convention stay united after the election and his {qualifications}.
“For the previous two years, I chaired the Republican Examine Committee, the place I realized to hearken to fiscal and social conservatives, protection hawks members who characterize the suburb, border communities, and agricultural districts, and construct a consensus that works for all of us.”
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“I’m working to be the bulk whip.”
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“Republican voters are upset with the Biden administration, and they’re relying on Republicans to preserve our guarantees. I acknowledge their frustration and share their issues,” he added. “I’m a frequent visitor on conservative media and have earned a status as a trusted and efficient communicator. I might help out voters perceive our priorities, challenges, and shared commitments to them.”
Banks represents a protected Republican district in Indiana and received his reelection on Tuesday night time.
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