Steering Committee Members Reps. Díaz-Balart, Buchanan, and Donalds Congratulate Rep. Brian Mast on Selection to Chair the House Foreign Affairs Committee

WASHINGTON, D.C.- Congressmen Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Vern Buchanan (FL-16), and Byron Donalds (FL-19), Florida members of the House Republicans' Steering Committee, issued the following statement regarding the selection of Rep. Brian Mast (FL-21) as Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee during the 119th Congress:

"Congratulations to our dear friend and colleague, Congressman Brian Mast, on being selected as the next Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.

Brian is a true champion for freedom, both at home and abroad. His unwavering commitment to defending American values and confronting America's enemies, honed through his service and sacrifice on the battlefield, sets him apart as a powerful advocate for our country. We are all proud to serve alongside such a dedicated leader from the Florida delegation, the second-largest delegation in Congress.

This is an honor for our state, and we were proud to advocate for him in this powerful position. We look forward to working with him to protect American taxpayer's money while prioritizing agencies and programs that protect our national security, support our allies, counter our adversaries, and promote freedom."