WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) officially announced his candidacy to serve as Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee.

Rep. Jackson brings decades of military service and national security leadership to the race. A retired United States Navy Rear Admiral with 25 years of service, he currently serves as Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee's Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittee, where he oversees some of the nation's most important defense and intelligence capabilities. He also currently serves as a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Foreign Affairs Committee, demonstrating his unique and trusted perspective across the House of Representatives’ committees with national security jurisdiction.

Before his election to Congress, Rep. Jackson served as Physician to the President, Assistant to the President, and Chief Medical Advisor to the White House during the first Trump administration, providing leadership at the highest levels of the federal government.

“I'm proud to officially announce my candidacy for Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee,” said Rep. Jackson. “Through more than 25 years in the U.S. Navy and throughout my service in Congress, I have remained committed to ensuring our military remains the strongest, most capable fighting force in the world. As Chairman, I will fight to advance military readiness, make critical investments in our national defense, and always put our servicemembers and their families first. With the support of my colleagues, I will lead the Committee in delivering the authorities necessary to ensure our military is prepared to meet the growing threats posed by our adversaries. Together, we will work to keep America free and safe.”

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