David Dreier

About

Republican politician who served as the Chairman of the House Committee on Rules from 2011 to 2013. He previously served as a U.S Representative for California from 1981 to 2013.

Before Fame

He first ran for Congress in 1978 at the age of 25 but lost to the Democratic incumbent.

Trivia

He was widely known for his moderate political stance though he has voted with conservatives against most LGBT bills.

Family Life

His father, Richard Bland Lee, was also a Representative who served in the House Committee on Rules.

Associated With

He was expected to be chosen as the acting House Majority Leader in 2005, but was passed over for Roy Blunt.