U.S. House of Representatives opened its regular session Tuesday with Alaska’s new Congressman Nick Begich III as Speaker Pro Tempore.
As a member of the House for just one month, the honor to take the gavel for the day was granted to Begich by House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Here’s the video of Begich opening up the floor session:
It was an auspicious day for Begich to be recognized. On Feb. 4, 1789 the first Electoral College of the United States chose George Washington as president and John Adams as vice president.
Begich’s work ethic in the House, since being sworn in on Jan. 3, has not gone unnoticed.
Begich has been awarded a big workload, as a member of three committees and eight subcommittees, and serving as the vice chair of a subcommittee. He’s known for working late in to the night studying issues and returning calls.
Also on Tuesday, the Presidential Prayer Team, a nonprofit based in Arizona, named Begich as the congressional lawmaker of the day to pray for. Read about the group and its prayer mission at this link.
“As we lift up the federal government of United States of America, each day we will highlight one elected or appointed federal official serving in office. Pray with us for each of them as they tackle their unique responsibilities and fulfill their oaths of office,” the group explains on the introduction to the congressional prayer list.
Congratulations Nick…er Congressman. This is what we expected when we voted for you. Thank you for representing hard working Alaskans.
I have not been kind to Nick, due to some past unpleasant business transactions we were involved in. However, he is imitating promise. I will be patient, and hopeful.
Best comment I’ve seen in some time.
THANK YOU Nick Begich for working to
Make America winners 🏆 👏 🙌 👌 again
The junior servant Begich is a breath of fresh air, it’s been a embarrassing stretch for Alaska in its representation sent to Washington dc.
The senior senator please take note.
Nick’s un relenting dedication to America and Alaska is absolutely a reminder why we voted for him, so proud for his change of heart and support for our real President Trump