WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 14, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) announced she was elected to the leadership position of Regional Whip by her Democratic Caucus colleagues. Congresswoman Foushee will serve Region 7, which includes North Carolina, Louisiana, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, South Carolina, and the Virgin Islands.
“It is an honor to be elected as Regional Whip and continue the efforts of my predecessor, Congressman Troy Carter, to uplift the vast variety of voices and people across Region 7,” said Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04). “I look forward to collaborating with Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, as well as Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Democratic Caucus Chairman Pete Aguilar to prioritize everyday Americans in Region 7 and ensure the impacts of legislation signed in Washington are felt across all of our communities.”
"Congresswoman Valerie Foushee is a steadfast champion for working people in North Carolina and across the nation. As Region 7's Whip, she will be essential to advancing House Democrats' core mission: making life easier and more affordable for everyday Americans," said Democratic Whip Katherine Clark. "I look forward to fighting alongside her in the 119th Congress for the future that working families deserve."