Andrew Garbarino Tapped to Lead House Homeland Security Committee Amid GOP Power Struggle

Rep. Andrew Garbarino (R-N.Y.) has been selected as the new chair of the House Homeland Security Committee, succeeding Rep.

Mark Green after his sudden resignation. Garbarino emerged victorious from a competitive race among four Republican contenders, positioning him at the forefront of key national debates on immigration, border security, and cybersecurity. His appointment is seen as a win for centrist Republicans and places him in a pivotal role as the committee prepares for potential shifts in immigration policy under a possible second Trump administration. Tech lobbyists and policymakers are closely watching how Garbarino will handle the renewal of critical cybersecurity legislation.

The decision underscores the committee's growing influence over both domestic security and technology policy.