Hoyer Statement on the Retirement of Ed Cassidy, Chief Administrative Officer

WASHINGTON, DC – House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after Ed Cassidy announced yesterday that he would be retiring as Chief Administrative Officer:

“I want to thank Ed Cassidy for his nearly four decades of faithful service to the House of Representatives as a staffer, administrator, and Chief Administrative Officer, overseeing a myriad of operations essential to the proper functioning of the People’s House.  I’ve had the privilege of working with him for many years, and I have a great deal of respect for his sharp intellect, his professionalism, and his patriotism.   I join in wishing Ed all the best in retirement, and I look forward to working with the Speaker, the Office of the Clerk, and with Interim CAO Will Plaster to ensure a smooth transition.”