Hoyer Announces Sinema Joining Democratic Whip Team for 114th Congress

WASHINGTON, DC – House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement regarding the Democratic Whip team for the 114th Congress:

“I am pleased to announce that Rep. Kyrsten Sinema will be joining the Democratic Whip team for the 114th Congress as a Chief Deputy Whip,” stated Whip Hoyer. “She will bring dynamism and fresh ideas that will surely enhance the work of the Whip operation as it continues to serve our Members by bringing Democrats from different backgrounds and viewpoints together as we work to achieve our common mission of creating jobs, investing in the growth of opportunities, and keeping our nation safe. I look forward to working with Rep. Sinema and the rest of the Whip team to advance these goals in the 114th Congress."

“I am honored that Whip Hoyer asked me to serve as a Chief Deputy Whip,” said Rep. Sinema. “Americans are fed up with the gridlock in Washington, and the tone in Congress needs to change. I look forward to working with Whip Hoyer and the rest of the Whip team to create opportunity, support veterans and get things done for Arizona families.”