WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement congratulating Rep. Greg Casar (TX-35) on his election as Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus for the 119th Congress.

“The son of Mexican immigrants who got his start as a union organizer, justice is Congressman Casar’s north star. He will bring vision, talent, and determination to his tenure leading the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Greg has shown a natural skill for collaboration and leadership as CPC’s whip, and I’m thrilled to see him step into this new role. Congratulations to Greg and the incoming CPC leadership team!” 

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