Meet Andy Harris: The Man Behind the House Freedom Caucus

WASHINGTON—Andy Harris visited Washington at the age of 14, and, upon seeing the Capitol, envisioned working there someday. That dream has become a reality. At 53, Harris became a member of the House of Representatives from Maryland’s 1st district. He is now also the chairman of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, which will have significant influence in the lower congressional chamber. The GOP will have a narrow majority come January, along with control of the Senate and White House, as the party looks to implement President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda. Harris was elected as caucus chairman in September, succeeding Rep. Bob Good (R-Va.), who lost his reelection primary earlier this year....