Washington, DC- U.S. House Leadership has tapped Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) to serve as Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence’s (HPSCI) Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Subcommittee, an elite and highly sought-after leadership post charged with overseeing all operations of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), including all international covert operations.
A former FBI Special Agent, Federal Prosecutor, and Chairman of the National Intelligence Subcommittee, Fitzpatrick brings extensive national security and intelligence experience to this leadership role. He also continues to serve as an active member of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, reinforcing America’s strategic partnerships and global security efforts.
The CIA Subcommittee is responsible for the oversight of the CIA’s programs, policies, budget, and operations, as well as all covert actions conducted by the Intelligence Community. The subcommittee also plays a pivotal role in ensuring the effectiveness and accountability of human intelligence (HUMINT) collection and dissemination—an indispensable tool in protecting America’s interests worldwide.
Leadership Applauds Fitzpatrick’s Appointment
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson:
“Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick’s leadership, integrity, and expertise in law enforcement make him perfectly suited to lead the House Intel’s CIA subcommittee. As Congress works to refocus the CIA on its core mission, Rep. Fitzpatrick will play a vital role in ensuring the American intelligence community remains effective in protecting America’s interests while protecting Americans at home. I was honored to appoint him to the Committee.”
HPSCI Chairman Rick Crawford (AR-1):
“The American people are lucky to have someone like Brian Fitzpatrick working for them on the Intelligence Committee. He is a former FBI Special Agent and Federal Prosecutor who spent many years fighting international political corruption and supporting global counterterrorism and counterintelligence efforts. His work as the National Supervisor for the FBI’s Public Corruption Unit at FBI Headquarters, along with his years of experience as a Member of the House, are exactly what this Committee requires in our CIA Subcommittee Chairman. I believe in Chairman Fitzpatrick’s zeal to refocus the CIA on its core mission to protect the American people from foreign adversaries.”
On his appointment, Fitzpatrick stated:
“It is an honor to be appointed Chairman of the House Intelligence CIA Subcommittee. As a former FBI Special Agent, I have witnessed firsthand the power of intelligence in defending our nation, protecting our freedoms, and preserving the American way of life. The threats we face—foreign adversaries, terrorism, cyber warfare, and espionage—are more sophisticated, complex, and dangerous than ever. We must confront these challenges head-on with strength, clarity, and an unwavering commitment to the security of the American people.
The talented and dedicated men and women in the CIA plays a crucial role in this mission ensuring that America not only responds to threats but also stays ahead of them. This subcommittee is entrusted with the vital responsibility of ensuring that our intelligence operations are sharp, accountable, and consistently effective in protecting our nation’s interests. Our task is clear: safeguard Americans at home, strengthen our posture abroad, and maintain the strategic edge that has long made the United States the world’s leading force for stability and security.
I look forward to collaborating with my colleagues to ensure that the American intelligence community remains the most capable, trusted, and formidable force in the world. We will not back down. We will not be caught off guard. America will remain secure, strong, and always prepared.”
Background:
Fitzpatrick has served on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) since 2021, playing a key role in overseeing the 18-agency U.S. Intelligence Community and its mission to counter cybersecurity threats, election interference, terrorism, and foreign intelligence operations that impact U.S. national security.
This summer, in his role as Chairman of the National Intelligence Subcommittee, he led a high-level overseas intelligence mission that successfully secured the release of two American detainees, including U.S. citizen Tigran Gambaryan on humanitarian grounds, who had been imprisoned by the Nigerian government for eight months.
Prior to his service in Congress, Fitzpatrick spent 14 years as an FBI Special Agent and Federal Prosecutor, where he worked to combat domestic and international corruption, counterterrorism, and counterintelligence. He was embedded with U.S. Special Forces during Operation Iraqi Freedom, providing intelligence support for critical missions. Additionally, he served as National Director for the FBI’s Campaign Finance and Election Crimes Enforcement Program and as National Supervisor for the FBI’s Public Corruption Unit, earning national recognition for his work in strengthening the integrity of governmental institutions.
With a proven record of leadership in intelligence and national security, Fitzpatrick remains committed to ensuring the United States remains the world’s leading force for stability, security, and democracy.
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