Statement of the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Committee on Ethics on Selection of Ethics Staff Director

Statement

Chairman K. Michael Conaway and Ranking Member Linda T. Sánchez are pleased to announce the selection of Thomas A. Rust as Staff Director and Chief Counsel of the Committee on Ethics. The Committee unanimously agreed to the appointment of Mr. Rust, who is already employed by the Committee, effective today. “Tom’s experience on both the Committee’s advice and education and investigation teams makes him uniquely qualified to lead the Committee,” Chairman Conaway said. “I couldn’t be more pleased with Tom’s leadership and work ethic thus far and he will continue to ensure that the Committee serves the House community with integrity and fairness.” “I have been impressed by Tom’s work since I joined the Committee,” Ranking Member Sánchez said. “His counsel and judgment have earned him the trust and respect of the Members of the Committee and his coworkers alike, and he is a highly valued member of our team.” “I am humbled by the trust the Committee has placed in me,” said Rust. “It is a true honor to work for Chairman Conaway and Ranking Member Sánchez, who are public servants of the highest order.

Documents

• Statement on ethics.house.gov
• Document 1 (PDF)

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