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| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1132 | Bergman Secures Speaker Endorsement From Michigan Republicans | 2023-10-20 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, Rep. Jack Bergman announced that Reps. John James, Tim Walberg, Lisa McClain, and John Moolenaar endorsed his candidacy to become Speaker for the remainder of the 118th Congress. The members noted, "General Jack Bergman is the leader best suited to right the ship of the Republican conference and help lead the House through the 118th Congress. He isn’t seeking a long-term leadership post, but is willing to help build our conference, pass critical legislation, and keep our commitment to the American people. We wholeheartedly endorse his race for speaker and urge our colleagues to help us get the job done.” Bergman served 40 years in the United States Marine Corps, retiring at the rank of Lieutenant General. He is the highest-ranking combat Veteran ever elected to the United States Congress. Bergman brings an outsider perspective to leadership in Washington and has worked with Members from all different walks of life to build coalitions and pass meaningful legislation. Rep. John James serves on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, House Foreign Affairs Committee, and the HouseEducation & Workforce Committee. Rep. Lisa McClain serves in Leadership as Republican Conference Secretary, Serves with Rep. Bergman on the House Armed Services Committee and Budget Committee, and also serves on the Committee on Education and the Workforce. Rep. John Moolenaar serves on the House Committee on Appropriations. Rep Tim Walberg, Michigan’s “Dean” serves on theHouse Committee on Energy and Commerce and the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |