Higgins, Clay

Clay Higgins is a Republican representative from Louisiana's 3rd congressional district who chairs the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee's Federal Law Enforcement subcommittee. In this role, he oversees federal law enforcement agencies and sets the agenda for hearings and legislation in this policy area. As chair, Higgins controls which bills advance and shapes the committee's investigative priorities, giving him significant influence over federal law enforcement policy and oversight.

Higgins brings a background in law enforcement to the role, having served in the Louisiana National Guard Military Police Corps from 1979 to 1985 and later working as a patrol officer and public information officer in various Louisiana law enforcement agencies. He also maintains an active law enforcement commission as a reserve officer with the Louisiana attorney general's office. His committee assignments include the House Armed Services Committee and the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, reflecting his focus on defense and government accountability issues.

As a member of the House Freedom Caucus, Higgins is identified with the far-right wing of the Republican Party. His legislative priorities have included the Linemen Legacy Act, the Mail Ballot Integrity Act, and the Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act. He also serves on the House Select Subcommittee investigating January 6, 2021. His law enforcement background and conservative political views shape his approach to federal law enforcement oversight and policy.