Congresswoman McCollum Betty McCollum Congratulates Rep. Angie Craig on New Post as Ranking Member of Agriculture Committee

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following a vote by the House Democratic caucus to elect Congresswoman Angie Craig (MN-02) as the top Democrat on the House Agriculture Committee, Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) released the following statement:

“Angie Craig will do a terrific job as Ranking Member on the Agriculture Committee. Angie is the leader we need to help rebuild trust with America’s farmers, ranchers, and producers. She’ll also be a strong defender of the food and nutrition assistance that so many seniors and children rely on to stay healthy. Minnesotans and our nation will benefit from Congresswoman Craig’s leadership in this new role, and I’m grateful for the vote of confidence that our colleagues placed in her."