Gregory Meeks has represented southeastern Queens since 1998. He won his Congressional seat in a special election following the retirement of Floyd Flake.
Meeks has devoted his energy to serving one of the most diverse constituencies in the nation. His efforts on behalf of his district, New York City and State, and the nation as a whole have earned Rep. Meeks the respect of his constituents, New Yorkers, and Democrats and Republicans alike. He is known for being an effective, principled, and common sense leader.
In the 117th Congress, Rep. Meeks became the first Black Member of Congress to chair the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Meeks is a multilateralist with decades of experience in foreign policy. He believes that the United States should build coalitions around our interests and work with other countries to build a stable and prosperous future.