Kevin McCarthy
RepublicanCA · House
PAC Donations Received
$412,300
Biography
Former Representative from California's 20th district and former Speaker of the House. McCarthy resigned from Congress in December 2023. During his time in leadership, he favored market-driven approaches to AI policy and resisted broad regulatory frameworks.
AI Policy Stance
Pro-innovation Republican. During his brief speakership, supported industry-friendly AI approaches. Represented a California district with growing tech interests. Resigned from Congress in December 2023.
Committee Assignments
Former Speaker of the House
Key Bills & Initiatives
- •Speaker-era tech policy
- •Industry engagement on AI
Key Statements
"America leads the world in AI because of our free market — not government mandates."
"We should empower innovators, not bureaucrats, to shape AI's future."